Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 18, P. 101348 - 101348

Published: Aug. 8, 2024

The high spatial variability of precipitation, heightened frequency droughts and concomitant increases in exposure to water stress across southern Africa due climate change, presents significant challenges for sugarcane production the regional value chain. While has intensified past few decades, yields have declined increased climatic agronomic management approaches. Increased precipitation enhanced vulnerability is likely negatively affect yields. Combining crop simulations relationships between use observed rainfall, we introduce a productivity ratio (CPR) which assesses six mills Africa. CPR simulation results were used assess adaptation potential or 'space' mill areas that varying rates abilities adapt stress. Simulation determine long-term adaption surmise causes yield declines. offer recommendations reduce vulnerabilities enhance We conclude amplification inter-annual will require interventions. Adapting external shocks multifaceted exercise requires holistic approach includes every aspect

Language: Английский