UNRRA Battles Locust Infestation In Sardinia

The video discusses the threat posed by locusts to Sardinia's crops, resembling the red-legged grasshopper. If not controlled, these pests could devastate the island's plant life. UNWRA intervenes with flamethrower squadrons using a gasoline oil mixture to combat the locusts over a large area. Despite these efforts, the battle is challenging, and there is significant concern for the island's vital crops.

What is the potential impact of the locust invasion on Sardinia's agriculture?

• Complete destruction of plant life

• Introduction of new plant species

• Improvement in soil quality

• Increase in crop yield

What type of locusts are threatening Sardinia's crops?

• Desert locusts

• Rocky Mountain locusts

• Red-legged grasshopper-like locusts

• Migratory locusts

What method is being used by UNWRA to combat the locusts?

• Pesticide spraying

• Trapping

• Flamethrower squadrons

• Biological control

What is the size of the area affected by the locust infestation?

• 2 1/2 miles wide and 25 miles long

• 5 miles wide and 50 miles long

• 10 miles wide and 100 miles long

• 1 mile wide and 10 miles long

What substances are used in the smoke spray to combat locusts?

• Nitric and hydrochloric acid

• Sulfuric and chloric acid

• Acetic and citric acid

• Phosphoric and boric acid