Dr.  Md. Kafil  Uddin
Anhui Academy of Agricultural Sciences,  Bangladesh

Title: Invasive pests in Bangladesh and approach for Green control Management

Abstract:

The present status of the invasive pest’s in Bangladesh. Bangladesh has a long history of species introductions from different geographic regions. The country was a major international trade route during the early-modern era and was under British colonial rule until 1947. During this time, many invasive alien species (IAS) that now threaten the country’s native flora, fauna and ecosystems were in advertently introduced. The study findings demonstrate that the current invasive species system in Bangladesh has some strength, including a broad range of actors who are aware of the need for invasive species management. Fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda, is a destructive Agricultural pest due to its wide host range and adaptability to different climates. It was first detected in East Africa in 2016 and arrived in Bangladesh in 2018. The ideal climate in Bangladesh makes it easy for FAW to establish, infest, and cause outbreaks. Monitoring and scouting are crucial in controlling the pest. The management strategy of FAW involves both control methods and human action. Effective pest management requires a combination of accurate prediction of changes in the distribution and abundance of pests, and community engagement through the diffusion of information and technology. Strengthening global collaboration to improve biosecurity defenses is crucial to prevent transboundary insect pest invasions and protect food security, biodiversity, and human health.

Another, invasive pest, Rugose Spiraling Whitefly (RSW), Aleurodicus rugioperculatus Martin is reported for the first time in Bangladesh infesting coconut leaves during May, 2019. Up to November 2019, the pest was observed in six more districts. Infestation of this pest usually does not kill the host plant, but it may interfere with the normal growth of its host. Rugose spiraling whitefly can cause stress to the plant by removing nutrients and water, and by promoting the growth of black sooty molds. However, there is a lack of research on human behavior and perception towards invasive pest management, which is important for understanding and predicting the success of disseminating information on pest management.

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