Forecasting winter wheat yields using MODIS NDVI data for the Central Free State region

Forecasting winter wheat yields using MODIS NDVI data for the Central Free State region

Consumption of wheat is widespread and increasing in South Africa. However, global wheat production is projected to decline. Wheat yield forecasting is therefore crucial for ensuring food security for the country. The objective of this study was to investigate whether the anthesis wheat growth stage...

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Main Authors: Zinhle Mashaba, George Chirima, Joel O. Botai, Ludwig Combrinck, Cilence Munghemezulu, Ernest Dube
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Academy of Science of South Africa 2017-11-01
Series:South African Journal of Science
Subjects:
dryland wheat
wheat yield
NDVI
MODIS
food security
Online Access:https://www.sajs.co.za/article/view/3862

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