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The study aims to assess the status of Fall Armyworm as a maize pest in West Sumatra and its relationship with rainfall.

February 5, 2026

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Research examines Fall Armyworm damage to maize crops, suggesting climate isn't the primary factor.

The study aims to assess the status of Fall Armyworm as a maize pest in West Sumatra and its relationship with rainfall.
Collected monthly rainfall data from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency.
Gathered maize damage data from the Provincial Agriculture Service of West Sumatra.
Conducted field surveys in key maize production areas to acquire population data.
Analyzed data using correlation approaches to explore the relationship between rainfall and infestation.
Fall Armyworm infestations occurred in nearly all observation sites.
Varied levels of maize damage were noted across different locations.
No significant correlation was found between rainfall levels and infestation area.
Indications suggest that factors other than rainfall, such as pest management practices, might influence infestation intensity.

Nelly et al. (2025) studied this question.

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