Impact of Climate Variability on Maize Production in South Africa

Maize (Zea mays L.) is a staple food for most people in the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region including South Africa. Climate models are predicting a 1.5–2 °C temperature rise compared to pre-industrial times. This temperature rise has the potential to negatively affect maize production. The purpose o...

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Main Authors: Matandirotya, Newton R., Manjeru, Pepukai, Cilliers, Dirk P, Burger, Roelof P, Mushore, Terrerence Darling
Format: Book chapter
Language:English
Published: Springer 2022
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-87934-1_13
http://hdl.handle.net/11408/4997
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