Locust plague affecting a vast agricultural area in Bolivia is leading to the government declaring a state of emergency.
President Evo Morales announced a contingency plan, which includes $700,000 in extra funds for fumigation, which must begin straight away.
The swarm first appeared over a week ago near the low-lying eastern city of Santa Cruz, where most of Bolivia's food and meat is produced.
It has spread quickly, destroying pasture and fields of corn and sorghum.
The authorities estimate more than 1,000 hectares of agricultural land have been devastated by the locusts.
Meanwhile, Morales is due to visit Santa Cruz province today.
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