# The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environmental Affairs in the Free State is calling for vigilance as the African armyworm outbreak worsens. Over 70 cases have been reported in Xhariep, Lejweleputswa, and Mangaung Metro, with new outbreaks in Bultfontein, Hoopstad, and Brandfort. The department’s Moliehi Moeng says authorities are distributing chemicals and sprayers to affected farmers:
Officials call for vigilance as armyworm outbreak worsens in the Free State [SOUND]
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