Research led by CABI and Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) has identified several African countries as potentially susceptible to invasion by the Apple Snail (Pomacea canaliculata), an invasive pest that was first detected in Kenya in 2020. The pest, which can reduce rice yields by up to 50% and cause significant economic loss, has already infiltrated one of Kenya's largest rice-producing areas. The researchers recommend strict quarantine measures and a multi-faceted management approach, including awareness training, mechanical control, and cultural practices, to contain the spread of the Apple Snail. The research was conducted as part of CABI’s PlantwisePlus programme, supported by multiple international funding sources.