Stopping the locust plague.

Byline: MEHER AZEEM HAKRO - Islamabad

Our agricultural sector is in grave danger. A locust infestation has wreaked havoc in rural communities and endangered the livelihood of farmers. The government does not seem to have a specific strategy to counter this threat, and as a result, the country is now struggling to deal with two crises: the coronavirus and the locus infestation. Dealing with large locust swarms is quite a challenge as it requires high-acting chemical pesticides dispensed from the air and need a substantial amount of funds to be utilized.

Agriculturists and economists have pointed out that the locust infestations can lead to a serious food shortage.

There is no doubt that the government is facing innumerable challenges with the coronavirus and now the locusts as well, but if a comprehensive strategy is formulated, the latter can be brought under control easily.

Below are some suggestions that the government could follow to combat the threat:

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-The federal government should administer a joint strategy and work with the provinces to eradicate the...