Strategic objective A: Enhance global food security and increase sustainable agricultural productivity

Strategic objective A: Enhance global food security and increase sustainable agricultural productivity
- Rational
This aims to reduce the international spread of pests, as the losses caused by the spread of a new pest into new areas or crops can be much more catastrophic than endemic pests in a given area. The impact of plant pests on food security is particularly evident in the developing world, where plant health regulatory frameworks often lack capacity. If the spread of pests is reduced and pest management is improved, crop productivity can increase and production costs can be reduced.