This year the ASEAN FAW Action Plan, and Faculty of Agriculture at Universitas Gadjah Mada  (UGM) launched a year-long study to better understand FAW population dynamics  and the role of natural enemies , especially egg parasitoids, in FAW management. Led by Dr. Andi Trisyono, the UGM team combines field research, farmer engagement, and laboratory work to build a holistic understanding of FAW ecology. The project is supported under AFACI Regional FAW and Brown Planthopper D

The Asian corn borer ( Ostrinia furnacalis ) is one of the most destructive pests of maize and other cereal crops in many parts of Asia. This video explores the life cycle, behaviour and management of the Asian corn borer. It offers a clear visual walkthrough of how the insect develops—from egg to larva to pupa to adult—and shows key points at which farmers, agronomists and crop-protection specialists can intervene to reduce damage. You can also find more information at...

Advancing Bioassay Excellence: Master Class Highlights In April, researchers from Indonesia and the Philippines delivered an insightful...

🌿 AI isn’t just about enhancing existing practices—it’s enabling entirely new approaches to pest and disease management. From automating...

A recent #ASEANFAWActionPlan Genomics Masterclass webinar helped shine the spotlight on the use of genomics in managing invasive...

The ASEAN FAW Action Plan visited rice farms recently in Pringsewu, Lampung Province to find out more about a study on the different...

Written by Zahtamal Photo: Red Palm Weevils have infested coconut trees in Terengganu, Malaysia Since 2007 the Red Palm Weevil (RPW) has...

Hanoi, 4-6th December 2023 Researchers from across South Asia -Southeast Asia (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Nepal,...

Written by Zahtamal A farmer in Besur village is applying biopesticides that he obtained from the "ATM" stations where the farmers can...

Two days, eight interviews, and countless insights -my trip to Yogyakarta, Indonesia, from 18-19 October was inspiring. In my...

15 October, 2023 Luzviminda "Luz" Dolorzo, 51 years old, has been farming for 23 years in San Carlos, Naujan, Oriental Mindoro,...

As we navigate the world of sustainable agriculture, important questions arise about communication differences between men and women. Our...

03 October, 2023 Ginalyn Daguasi, 41 years old, left teaching to be a farmer and has now been farming for seven years in Pinagsabangan,...

September 2023 Benilda "Beedz" Reynido-Lagahit, 49 years old, from Mahabang Parang, Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, is an active...

As we get ready for the launch of our 2023 Women as IPM Leaders Webinar Series, Leandra Fernandes, reflects on what was shared in the...

The Transboundary Plant Pests and Diseases Capacity-Building Project - Asia Pacific Region has been busy running sessions on best...

Mr Ou Run from Tboung Khmum province, Cambodia, talks about his experience with managing FAW to Mr Samoul Oeurn. Unlike common weeds and...

Dr Lian-Sheng Zang from Guizhou University presented on the Novel Use of Drones for Releasing Trichogramma Parasitoids against...

Dr Lian-Sheng Zang from Guizhou University will be speaking at a Workshop on Drones and Digital IPM on 9 December 2021 to present efforts...