Cambridge scientists use cutting-edge models to predict wheat disease outbreaks, empowering small-holder farmers across Africa and South Asia with actionable forecasts to protect their crops. This early warning system, developed with global partners, already supports hundreds of thousands of farmers and is scaling to reach millions, combining world-class science with local training to build resilience and transform lives worldwide. If you have any questions, ideas or feedback please leave a comment or connect with us at these links: The Epidemiology and Modelling group, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge https://www.plantsci.cam.ac.uk/research/groups/epidemiology-and-modelling Follow and connect on Bluesky at: @camplantsci.bsky.social @camplantepidem.bsky.social Credits: Video production Dragonlight films dragonlightfilms.com @dragonlfilms Funded by University of Cambridge Public Engagement fund

A recent review led by Dr Alison Scott-Brown from the Epidemiology and Modelling group, University of Cambridge, explores how farmland trees and shrubs can contribute to integrated pest management – p...