Farmer perception of impacts of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E. Smith) and transferability of its management practices in Uganda

Farmer perception of impacts of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E. Smith) and transferability of its management practices in Uganda

Abstract Background The Fall armyworm (FAW) Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is now established across the African continent and is a highly polyphagous and destructive pest of many crops. In Uganda, FAW has become the major maize pest, causing heavy damage especially on shoots and gro...

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Main Authors: Andrew Kalyebi, Michael H. Otim, Tom Walsh, Wee Tek Tay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-04-01
Series:CABI Agriculture and Bioscience
Subjects:
Fall armyworm
Cultural pest management practices
Invasions
East Africa
Small scale maize production
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43170-023-00150-w

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s43170-023-00150-w

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