Plant Health Concept Connects Tradition and Technology
A new approach to plant health management combines indigenous knowledge with modern technologies to tackle diseases and strengthen food security in Africa. This strategy aims to address challenges such as climate change and emerging plant viruses.
Amara Diallo
Senior Africa Correspondent
A recent article published in CABI Agriculture and Bioscience calls for a diverse, participatory approach that combines indigenous, local knowledge systems with modern technologies to tackle plant diseases and strengthen food security in Africa. This comprehensive review proposes a strategy for 'One Plant Health' management across the continent, aiming to address challenges such as climate change and emerging plant viruses. The authors emphasize the importance of integrating traditional knowledge with modern technologies to develop effective solutions for plant health management. They also highlight the need for a participatory approach that involves local communities, farmers, and other stakeholders in the decision-making process. By combining indigenous knowledge with modern technologies, the authors believe that it is possible to develop a more effective and sustainable approach to plant health management in Africa.
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