“It was assumed that the locust would be here for a short while. However, the rate at which they are breeding is alarming. The change in climate patterns has also aggravated the situation. "

The chemical aerial spray that is being administered is not effective.  Prof. John Nderitu, UoN’s Proffesor of Agriculture recommended  an integrated Pest Management that includes biological, mechanical and chemical control. The University researchers are in the field collecting samples of the locust for laboratory analysis.