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May 11, 2020

Entomology's Mike Smith featured in video by international organization

Submitted by Mary Lou Peter

The world's population continues to grow, yet almost 40% of food crops planted to feed the world are lost to pests and diseases annually, making plants that are resistant to insects particularly important.

Kansas State University entomologist and distinguished professor emeritus Mike Smith is featured in a video produced by the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center discussing why it's critical for plant scientists to work with economists to document the value of plant-insect resistance research.

Read about it and watch the video to learn why communication is crucial for raising awareness of the threat of crop pests and insect resistance solutions.