Locust infestation in Nepal

Locusts (Slaha/सलह) have been infesting Nepal from time to time. In general, locusts enter Nepal via India. Every time the locust infestation threatens food security.

History of Locust infestation
  • 1962 Nepal experienced the first recorded locusts attack as per Government of Nepal[1]
  • 1996 the swarms destroyed 80% of crops in Chitwan and partially damaged crops in the Makwanpur, Mahottari and Bara districts.[1]
  • 2020 June/July The locusts were spotted in Bara, Sarlahi, Parsa and Rupandehi districts.[2] The swarms came to Nepal via Odisa of India. Some locust were sighted in Kathmandu.[3] Nepal government issued notice to farmer for control of damage.[4] (see also 2019–20 locust infestation).

See also

References
  1. "Locust swarms enter Nepal". outlookindia.com. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  2. "Locust swarms in Nepal are small, don't panic: Govt tells farmers – OnlineKhabar". Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  3. "No locust swarms in Nepal, but officials warn that the threat isn't over yet". Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  4. "Fact Sheet on Desert Locust". Retrieved 1 July 2020.


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