A mushroom growing method suitable for decentralized small scale initiatives is said to be ready for replication. Although this form of control is unlikely to be used widely in the next year, it could be the centerpiece of a crop and perimeter protection and containment activity in the future. Depending on how it is organized, the production could create jobs and small enterprises to supplement rural incomes. Church and NGO organizations could combine the introduction of biocontrol practices with the more short term effective crop protection spraying. Its roads and general infrastructure have deteriorated severely in the past chaotic twenty odd years since independence.
Communication systems are limited and adequate transport rare.
National and provincial government structures are weak. A strategy for improving the response capacity to emergencies in Madagascar must emphasize decentralization and self sufficiency. If and when the current invasion is contained and the locust is pushed back, a permanent, decentralized network of community based units will have to take charge and promote the adoption of farming practices aimed at preventing the recurrence of runaway infestations. CRS and other international and local NGO's can play an important role in support of these local initiatives. In general the response capacity of national relief organizations is limited.