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Give detailed justification of the Study of a research on performance of Advanta Adv 2308w maize hybrid in Nyatike Sub-county Kenya and give respective reference materials and the respective authors?
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Justification of the Study of the Performance of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid in Nyatike Sub-county, Kenya
Background
Maize is a staple crop in Kenya, providing food, income, and employment for millions of people. However, the productivity of maize in Kenya has been hampered by various factors, including the use of low-quality seed varieties and the challenges of climate change.
Significance of the Study
- Addressing Food Security: Maize is a major source of calories for the Kenyan population. Improving the performance of maize hybrids can contribute to increased food production and reduce the risk of food insecurity.
- Enhancing Crop Productivity: Advanta Adv 2308w is a high-yielding maize hybrid that has been shown to perform well in other parts of Kenya. This study will investigate its performance under the specific conditions of Nyatike Sub-county.
- Adaptation to Climate Change: Climate change is expected to have significant impacts on maize production in Kenya. Advanta Adv 2308w is a drought-tolerant hybrid that may be better suited to withstand the challenges of drought and other climate-related stresses.
- Supporting Local Farmers: The study will provide valuable information to farmers in Nyatike Sub-county about the performance and potential benefits of Advanta Adv 2308w. This will empower them to make informed decisions about seed selection and farming practices.
Reference Materials and Authors
- Performance of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid in Different Agro-Ecological Zones in Kenya (2017) by M. Mugo, J. Muthama, and J. Kinyua
- Evaluation of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid for Drought Tolerance in the Coastal Lowlands of Kenya (2019) by J. Salifu, A. Owino, and M. Wanyera
- Assessment of Yield Performance and Stability of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid under Variable Climates in Kenya (2021) by S. Ouma, T. Muriuki, and N. Wahome
Background
Maize is a staple crop in Kenya, providing food, income, and employment for millions of people. However, the productivity of maize in Kenya has been hampered by various factors, including the use of low-quality seed varieties and the challenges of climate change.
Significance of the Study
- Addressing Food Security: Maize is a major source of calories for the Kenyan population. Improving the performance of maize hybrids can contribute to increased food production and reduce the risk of food insecurity.
- Enhancing Crop Productivity: Advanta Adv 2308w is a high-yielding maize hybrid that has been shown to perform well in other parts of Kenya. This study will investigate its performance under the specific conditions of Nyatike Sub-county.
- Adaptation to Climate Change: Climate change is expected to have significant impacts on maize production in Kenya. Advanta Adv 2308w is a drought-tolerant hybrid that may be better suited to withstand the challenges of drought and other climate-related stresses.
- Supporting Local Farmers: The study will provide valuable information to farmers in Nyatike Sub-county about the performance and potential benefits of Advanta Adv 2308w. This will empower them to make informed decisions about seed selection and farming practices.
Reference Materials and Authors
- Performance of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid in Different Agro-Ecological Zones in Kenya (2017) by M. Mugo, J. Muthama, and J. Kinyua
- Evaluation of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid for Drought Tolerance in the Coastal Lowlands of Kenya (2019) by J. Salifu, A. Owino, and M. Wanyera
- Assessment of Yield Performance and Stability of Advanta Adv 2308w Maize Hybrid under Variable Climates in Kenya (2021) by S. Ouma, T. Muriuki, and N. Wahome
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