Understanding farmer concerns to improve pest and disease management
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11.07.19
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Insect pests and diseases are high on the list of concerns for farmers of root, tuber, and banana (RTB) crops across much of sub-Saharan Africa. For every RTB crop grown, there are several pests and diseases that can reduce yield, lower the quality and profitability of the crop or even wipe out the entire harvest. […]
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