The term CROP PEST refers to any type of insect or animal that can damage crops. The crossword solutions for this term are APHIS (5 letters), APHID (5 letters), BORER (5 letters), and LOCUST (6 letters). APHIS is an acronym for the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, which is responsible for protecting and promoting agricultural health. APHID is a type of small insect that feeds on plant sap and can cause significant damage to crops. BORER is a type of beetle that can bore into woody plants and cause damage to the stems and roots. LOCUST is a type of grasshopper that can swarm in large numbers and consume large amounts of vegetation, leading to crop destruction.