Major biotic stresses affecting maize production in Kenya and their implications for food security
Maize (Zea mays L.) is a staple food for many households in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and also contributes to the gross domestic product (GDP). However, the maize yields reported in most SSA countries are very low and this is mainly attributed to biotic and abiotic stresses. These stresses have been...
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PeerJ Inc.
2023-11-01
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Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/15685.pdf |