Evaluation of fungal pathogens for biological control of Navua sedge
CABI is evaluating two fungal pathogens as potential biological control agents for Navua sedge, an invasive weed that threatens agriculture and biodiversity in northern Queensland, Australia. The project investigates the biology and host specificity of these fungi to assess their safety and effectiveness for long-term weed management.
Building a stronger African food security and trade network
The fourth Africa Plant Biosecurity Network workshop, held in Lusaka, Zambia from 27 February to 3 March, concluded with firm commitments from members, partners and regional agencies to ensure the Network has an enduring future.
Biosecurity experts come together to boost Africa’s trade
Working together to boost regional trade and food security, 35 African biosecurity champions from ten Central and East African countries met on 5-9 September 2016 in Nairobi, Kenya for the third Africa Plant Biosecurity Network workshop.