Research in Action
Development Health
Responding to COVID-19 in Africa: Lessons from CultiAF
Published date
Monday, June 22, 2020 - 11:00
Researchers have developed and validated an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) package for fruit flies. In this project, the team will apply the IPM interventions in Southern Africa.
Mangoes are an important source of nutritious food and employment in sub-Saharan Africa. However, pest infestation, especially fruit flies (native and invasive), hamper mango productivity in the region.