Latest African Armyworm Forecast from ETOP – 12th Oct 2016

SYNOPSIS:

African armyworm infestations were not reported in the southern or central outbreak regions during September.

CURRENT SITUATION:

African armyworm activities were not reported in either the southern or the central/northern outbreak region during September.

FORECAST FOR THE NEXT 6 WEEKS:

AAW season will likely commence in the southern outbreak region during the forecast period. Frontline countries are advised to exercise readiness for monitoring and forecasting on a timely basis. CABMFEW forecasters must remain vigilant and report trap catches to concerned authorities on time to facilitate rapid interventions (DLCO-EA, IRLCO-CSA,OFDA/AELGA).

CREDIT:

This forecast comes from and uses material provided by DLCO-EA, IRLCO-CSA and OFDA/AELGA.