Southern Africa - Quarantine Pest Surveillance

$56.9K USD

Funder	Department of Agriculture
Recipient Organization	U.S. Government - Department of Agriculture
Country	South Africa
Start Date	May 10, 2020
End Date	May 12, 2023
Duration	1,097 days
Number of Grantees	2
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	US Foreign Aid
Grant ID	`251194-85`

Grant Description

This activity will promote regional early warning, detection, surveillance and management of emerging pests of concern in southern Africa to safeguard agricultural productivity, thereby promoting food security and trading opportunities.

The project also aims to strengthen communication between National Plant Protection Organizations in the region and enhance their surveillance and early warning systems and capabilities. Note: This activity is tentatively planned and may be delayed due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation.