Institut de l’Environnement et de Recherches Agricoles (INERA), Station de Farako-Bâ, Laboratoire d’Entomologie, 01 BP 910 Bobo-Dioulasso 01, Burkina Faso
The fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E. Smith) is native to America and was first reported in several African countries in 2016. It is an insect that mainly attacks maize plants and can cause significant yield losses in the absence of protection methods. This situation poses a threat to agriculture and the economy of African countries. Given the extent of the damage and losses caused by this pest, a systematic review was carried out through literature searches. This research made it possible to collect necessary information on the biology and ecology of the armyworm. Similarly, several pest control strategies were listed in this article. Among these strategies, integrated pest management is the best control option to minimize the impact of this pest. In addition, this article reviews the challenges to be faced in the control of this pest.
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