In 2020, East Africa experienced the worst locust swarms in 70 years. Billions of insects devoured crops and grazing land, threatening the livelihoods of millions. But a Kenyan NGO, Bug Picture, has come up with a solution that could turn this problem into profit. More here 👇 | BBC News Africa

Sikongo Rice Farmers Thank Govt for Locust Control By Sibeso Likezo Some Farmers in Sikongo District of Western province have thanked government for moving in quickly to combat the red locusts infestation in the district. Representing affected rice farmers, JERRY MUTATA, says his 12 hectares of rice field has been infested by the locusts. #Rice #Locust #farming | ZNBC Today

LOCUST INVASION SA UKRAINE Officials and producers say Southern Ukraine is facing a major locust invasion, worsened by Russia’s full-scale war, which has rendered traditional pest control methods unfeasible. Locusts, capable of devastating crops in days, are breeding in inaccessible areas near the frontline. Record-high temperatures, the inability to use aircraft for spraying, and the absence of birds that would prey on them due to the fighting further complicate the crisis. 📷: REUTERS | GMA Pu