CABI

Action on Invasives

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Description

Increased global trade has an unfortunate side effect - the rapid spread of invasive species. Imported plants, insects and pathogens can all have an adverse impact on human, animal, agricultural and environmental health. Experts at CABI can help prevent the spread of new invasive species, detect them if they cross borders and minimize their impact if they take hold. Adopting a systematic approach to tackling the worst invasive species will reduce the economic damage caused by invasive species in agriculture, the natural environment and trade. To do this, we want to capture, collate and build people's capacity to deploy known prevention and control measures which are based on internationally recognized Integrated Pest Management (IPM) protocols. We will also develop new and effective management practices for rural communities.

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This takes a three-staged approach to tackle the problem: prevention, early detection and control. We will work with different professional sectors so that they can apply a coordinated response to prevent invasive species including agreed action plans for any new potential new threats. Early detection activities will implement robust surveillance and emergency action plans and a rapid response will resolve new problems. This approach will be underpinned by a growing international network of plant clinics provided by CABI's Plantwise programme which supports farmers with plant health advice and records any pest outbreaks. This then facilitates a rapid and efficient response. When a new invasive species appears, or an existing one needs tackling, the programme will bring together pre-existing technologies that are environmentally sound, or deploy safe and effective biological control agents which will sustainably manage the problem long-term. Selected proven technology packages will be rapidly and comprehensively disseminated to local communities. The programme will also invest in research and trials on biological control agents in line with the Access and Sharing of the Convention of Biological Diversity's Nagoya protocol. The ultimate intention is to protect and restore agricultural and natural ecosystems and resources, increase crop yields, improve health, protect trade and reduce the degradation of protected areas.

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Location

The country, countries or regions that benefit from this Programme.

Bangladesh, Developing countries, unspecified, Ghana, Kenya, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zambia

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