Expert Film: Dr. Ian Bedford, Head of Entomology at the John Innes Centre, talks about the impact of insects on food production.

This presentation highlights the critical role of entomology in safeguarding global food security by addressing the impact of insects and vertebrates on crop yields. It emphasises how insect-borne diseases, such as virus transmission in cassava, threaten the livelihoods of millions, underscoring the importance of understanding pest interactions to develop effective control strategies.