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Plant Health Atlases track 1032 pests
Over the course of seven years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched a national initiative to document plant health. This included a field survey of more than 3,300 farms across all agricultural regions, resulting in the classification of 653 pests, including insects and diseases. Additionally, 379 causal agents such as fungi, viruses, bacteria, and nematodes were documented. Sixty-four new pests were recorded. Nine reference atlases were published, covering pests of palms, fruits, grains, vegetables, and fodder. The aim was to support pest management, enhance food security, ensure sustainable agricultural production, and improve crop quality according to international standards. Special emphasis was placed on invasive and native plants, with the implementation of diverse control strategies to guarantee environmental protection and production efficiency.
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