Global Warming Could Drive Locust Outbreaks into New Regions, Study Warns

As global warming accelerates, scientists say it’s more important than ever to understand how climate extremes such as heatwaves, droughts and extreme rains affect locust outbreaks that can destroy billions of dollars worth of crops within a few weeks when the insects swarm. A study published today in Science Advances suggests that, if global warming … Continue reading Global Warming Could Drive Locust Outbreaks into New Regions, Study Warns