Common Pests & Diseases

Pests and crop diseases pose a major challenge to agricultural productivity and food security in Puntland. They affect the quality and quantity of harvests, leading to losses for farmers and communities that depend on agriculture for their livelihoods.

The Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation works to monitor, identify, and control common pests and plant diseases through regular field assessments, farmer awareness programs, and collaboration with agricultural experts.

This section will gradually include information and updates about the most common pests and diseases affecting key crops in Puntland, along with recommended prevention and management practices.