Locust invasion: UN warning for Ethiopia, Kenya, Eritrea and Sudan
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(Worthy News) – The UN has said that if an Ethiopian locust infestation is not brought under control then the crop-devouring insect could “invade” neighboring countries.
The Ethiopian government has called for “immediate action” to deal with the problem affecting four of the country’s nine states, a UN statement said.
In northern Amhara state some farmers have lost “nearly 100%” of their crop of the staple grain, teff, it added. [ Source: BBC (Read More…) ]
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