Evaluating the impact of improved maize varieties on agricultural productivity and technical efficiency among smallholder farmers in the Eastern Cape, South Africa: an empirical analysis
Agriculture is essential to South Africa’s economy, and maize is a crucial crop for smallholder farmers in the Eastern Cape. Traditional maize varieties face challenges related to productivity and resilience, prompting the promotion of Improved Maize Varieties (IMVs) to enhance yields and efficiency...
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| Main Authors: | Lelethu Mdoda, Nthabeleng Tamako, Lungile S. Gidi, Denver Naidoo |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2025-12-01
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| Series: | GM Crops & Food |
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| Online Access: | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/21645698.2025.2476667 |
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