Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Rising temperatures and changing weather patterns are making it easier for some invasive plant pests to spread and establish in new areas, threatening Europe's food supply, forests, and biodiversity.

Discover how EFSA works to assess risks, track emerging threats, and support decision-makers in protecting Europe’s plants.

Stay informed. Stay prepared. Help safeguard our ecosystems.

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