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Research and innovation for the sustainable management of pests in the South-West Indian Ocean

Agriculture in the South-West Indian Ocean is under growing pressure from pests and emerging plant diseases, which threaten food security, the sustainability of farming systems and biodiversity. The EPIBIO 2 project addresses these challenges through several key actions: early detection via epidemiological surveillance; the identification of these threats; sustainable pest management through the development of biocontrol solutions; and the structuring of a regional research and training network. The goal is to build local capacities for more resilient agricultural systems, drawing on scientific data and lasting partnerships.

Identification, monitoring and control: the scientific pillars of the EPIBIO 2 project

Focusing on the management of plant pests and emerging diseases, the EPIBIO 2 project is a flagship initiative in the field of epidemiological surveillance and biocontrol in the South-West Indian Ocean. By combining these two approaches, the project contributes to long-term environmental protection and the promotion of environmentally friendly farming practices.

The EPIBIO 2 project develops technical and scientific activities around three main areas of work:

• The identification of harmful organisms.
• Epidemiological surveillance of pests, including analysis of genetic and phenotypic diversity of pests present in the South-West Indian Ocean, leading to the development of control strategies based on proven and robust epidemiological data.

• The development of agroecological control strategies, including biocontrol, and their evaluation with a view to future scaling up.

Delivering applicable results to sustainably transform farming systems

The EPIBIO 2 project aims to deliver tangible, measurable results that will contribute to improving plant health and fostering sustainable agriculture in the South-West Indian Ocean. These results focus on developing diagnostic solutions, strengthening regional networks, setting up an observatory for invasive species, and implementing biocontrol solutions adapted to the different contexts encountered.