Factors Affecting Un-harvested Hectares Planted to Maize, 2010/11
Source : CSO/MACO/FSRP Crop Forecast Survey 2010/2011
This question is important because an increase in production of any crop over time stems from three possible sources: yield increases, increased area planted, and increased ratio of harvested to planted area. In Zambia's case the changes in the ratio of harvested to planted area between 2009/10 and 2010/11 has accounted for 28% of the growth in maize production compared to the prior 3 year period. Understanding how to manage the constraints in the graphic above becomes vital. The latest FSRP policy synthesis suggests the need for "more effective extension of moisture conserving and flood protecting agronomic practices to farmers may substantially promote maize production and yields in Zambia".
For a useful insights regarding Zambia's maize policy challenges see the latest ACF-FSRP-MACO presentation - Zambia's Maize Policy Challenges : Issues and Options.
For a useful insights regarding Zambia's maize policy challenges see the latest ACF-FSRP-MACO presentation - Zambia's Maize Policy Challenges : Issues and Options.
