Title: Participatory development of weed management strategies in maize based cropping systems in Kenya.
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Maize ( Zea mays L.) is a major cereal staple food crop for over 80% of the Kenyan population. It occupies the largest cropped land area in the country (Figure 1), and is often intercropped with beans. The average yield of maize is 2 t ha but there is potential for yields of 6 t ha when timely weed control is combined with the use of improved seed and fertiliser. Shortage of labour early in the season results in delayed weeding and subsequent yield losses of 15–90% due to weed competition. On-farm trials were undertaken to assess and reduce the economic impact of weeds in smallholder farms in Kenya (Figure 2).
Publication Year: 2001
Publication Date: 2001-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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