Towards an Efficient Management of the Biological Invasions with Special Focus on the Benin’s Phytosanitary Legislation: Review

Invasive alien insects pose a serious challenge to agriculture in Benin, threatening the food security, biodiversity, and socio-economic resilience of the country. Global trade of plants and plant products has inadvertently spread pests, causing significant crop and post-harvest losses. To overcome such issues, a robust phytosanitary legal framework is therefore essential for risk prevention and management. This review critically examines the relevance and effectiveness of Benin’s regulatory measures in the context of international plant health standards. This study analysis, aligned with international standards, reveals the strengths and weaknesses of Benin's plant health legislation. It provides a technical-scientific analysis of Benin's phytosanitary legislation in the light of International Standards and Phytosanitary Measures. Our analysis reveals the strengths and weaknesses of various frameworks in optimizing interventions. Key priorities for enhancing resilience in Beninese agriculture include strengthening institutional capacity, improving early detection and surveillance systems, and implementing integrated pest management strategies.