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Thorny problems with Valentine’s roses: Invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt Kenya’s exports

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More than a third of Kenya 's flower exports are to the European Union .

The false codling moth ( Thaumatotibia leucotreta) has been devastating crops across Africa .

The European Union is intensifying measures to prevent its spread into Europe .

Kenya 's warm climate and soils are ideal for growing roses but also favor pests.

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84

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90

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44

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formal

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English

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56

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