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21 Jun 2021 | SERVIR-HKH

Data and Farming Innovations Aiding Crop Pest Risk Prediction and Management in Low Income Countries

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Novel Solutions in the form of pest risk alert systems now present a unique opportunity for low income countries to better predict, prevent and manage pests that are estimated to cause between 20%-40% crop losses annually, threatening the food security of millions.

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