The agricultural season threatened by drought and caterpillar invasion in North Kivu

Corn and bean crops in Kiwanja, North Kivu, are severely affected by armyworms, prompting farmers to raise alarms about the situation. The ongoing drought exacerbates the crisis, raising fears of famine. Agronomist Marc Banura recommends mechanical control of the caterpillars and adherence to the agricultural calendar to maximize harvest chances.