Opuntia stricta biocontrol seen as “a success” in Kenya by local communities
Opuntia stricta, an invasive cactus, threatens the livelihoods of thousands of people living in rural communities across Africa. Working with local partners, CABI has released a biocontrol agent, a sap-sucking bug commonly known as cochineal, which is helping to control the plant, reducing its impact. A new CABI study has found that local communities perceive the biocontrol to be a success.
Community-led management of invasive cactus in Kenya’s rangelands
Communities in Kenya’s Koija rangelands are leading efforts to control invasive cactus using biological control, manual removal, and Integrated Landscape Management approaches.