Ivory Coast - Threat to cassava cultivation: Soon a shortage of Attiéké-Garba on the market?

Ivory Coast is facing an agricultural threat with the detection of the Ugandan strain of cassava mosaic virus in the West of the country. This virus, known for its high aggressiveness, could lead to a drastic decrease in cassava production, which is essential for food security. Strict preventive measures are being implemented, prohibiting the transport of cassava cuttings from infested areas. The example of Uganda in the 1990s illustrates the devastating consequences of this disease on production and food security.