This field survey guidance provides easy-to-follow guidelines for technical personnel of national plant protection organizations (NPPOs) to survey for Spodoptera frugiperda, a key plant pest commonly known as fall armyworm. This document guidance provides a protocol to aid in the monitoring, detection, sample collection and identification of Spodoptera frugiperda, ensuring effective phytosanitary decision-making to manage the pest risk and protect trade in plants and plant products. This document also provides visuals and guidance on recommended Spodoptera frugiperda pest traps.
