The Rise of Invasive Pests: Threatening Sustainable Agriculture In recent years, invasive pests have spread rapidly across agricultural ecosystems worldwide, causing significant damage to crops and disrupting entire food chains and economies.
These non native species are often introduced through human activity, such as trade and travel, and can adapt quickly to their new environments.
The types of invasive pests affecting agriculture vary widely and include aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and fall armyworms.