China is battling one of the worst locust infestations in decades, raising fears of further damage to food production. Photo: Weibo
China is battling one of the worst locust infestations in decades, raising fears of further damage to food production. Photo: Weibo

Crops at risk as southern China battles worst locust infestation in decades

  • Villagers in Yunnan province say the impact has been far worse than they feared
  • Corn supplies are particularly vulnerable at a time when concerns about food security are already increasing

China is battling one of the worst locust infestations in decades, raising fears of further damage to food production. Photo: Weibo
China is battling one of the worst locust infestations in decades, raising fears of further damage to food production. Photo: Weibo
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