Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is an insect pest which feeds on more than 80 varieties of crops including maize, sorghum, rice, millet, wheat, sugarcane and vegetables, but primarily affects maize. FAW larvae attacks maize plants during all stages., icipe has identified other new and highly potent strains (icipe 41, icipe 655, icipe 20) that are effective against various life stages of the fall armyworm.Moreover, the Centre has established that the biopesticides can be used in combination with other fall armyworm management options like the push-pull technology, pheromone traps, attractants and the pest’s natural enemies.