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Application of crop models in assessing impact of climate change and identifying adaptation options in a tropical environment in Ethiopia.
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Assessment of vulnerability of cattle farming to climate variability and change in South Africa.
(2021)Livestock are dependent upon weather for their comfort and food supplies. Sometimes, adverse weather conditions can cause production losses, especially if experienced during critical stages of growth. Heat stress is a ... -
Observed and projected climate change effects on localized drought events: a case study for sugarbelt within KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, South Africa.
(2021)The projected increase of air temperature across the globe has been associated the increased vulnerability of resource-poor farming communities to climate variability. Past and possible changes in climate trends for the ... -
Testing and evaluation of a newly installed Agrometeorology Instrumentation Mast (AIM) web-based system in a rural school in Swayimana, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
(2019)Rural communities in South Africa are the most vulnerable to the effects of climate change and adverse weather due to their heavy reliance on natural resources. Agricultural adaptation is therefore essential. However, there ... -
Using agrometeorological data to equip local farmers for sustainable food production in Swayimane, KwaZulu-Natal.
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Temperature dynamics within a low-cost aquaponic system and the possibe effects of climate change.
(2019)The agricultural sector is facing impeding challenges due to climate change. There is enough evidence showing that climate change has a significant impact on agricultural production. Marginalized communities that lack ... -
Analysis and integration of regional scale temperature datasets into a seasonal crop monitoring system.
(2018)Populations in excess of 20 million people in southern Africa annually face food insecurity. This number increases appreciably when detrimental seasonal climate conditions lead to widespread reductions in crop harvests. ... -
Variability of radiation balance in sloped terrains and its impact on microclimatic characteristics of field crops.
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Runoff simulation using the SWAT model for flood frequency analysis and design flood estimations in the Luvuvhu River catchment, South Africa.
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Rainy season characteristics with reference to maize production for the Luvuvhu river catchment, Limpopo Province, South Africa.
(2017)In arid and semi-arid regions, crop yields are mainly dependent on the amount and spatio-temporal distribution of rainfall. For most smallholder farmers in rural areas of southern Africa, rainfall is a critical input to ... -
Microclimate modification to improve productivity of ‘Carmen®-Hass’ avocado orchards using shadenet under subtropical conditions of Limpopo Province, South Africa.
(2016)The agricultural environment is a complex and dynamic system. Microclimate, the crop, biosphere, and management practices interact to determine the best yield production. South Africa is a water-scarce country, with high ... -
Investigating possible impact of climate change on sugarcane production in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
(2016)The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs and Rural Development in 2010 undertook to investigate the vulnerability of KwaZulu-Natal to climate change which identified various sectors of the economy ... -
The radiation balance of Midmar Dam in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
(2016)Abstract available in PDF file. -
Investigation of microclimate for human comfort in the natural environment and in a car parked in the open.
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The respiratory health effects associated with particulate matter (PM₂․₅) exposure in children residing near a landfill site : a case of eThekwini Municipality.
(2015)Currently, land-filling is the main waste disposal method utilized in South Africa. However little is known about the health risk factors among children living near the landfill sites. This is a first study that sought to ... -
Irrigation control system with a web-based interface for the management of Eucalyptus planting stock.
(2015)Commercial forestry nurseries use large quantities of water to irrigate the planting stock to meet the annual forestry industry planting demands. However, South Africa is a water scarce country and there is high competition ... -
Monitoring fire danger in near real-time using field-based agrometeorological measurement systems.
(2014)Africa has been termed the ‘Fire Continent’ due to its high annual fire frequency. Wildfires are considered one of the most common disasters in South Africa resulting in a high number of human fatalities and financial loss ... -
Measurement of water potential using thermocouple hygrometers.
(1982)Theory predicts that the time dependent voltage curve of a thermocouple psychrometer where there is no change in output voltage with time during the evaporation cycle defines the wet bulb temperature T[w] corresponding ... -
Modelling the impacts of increased air temperature on maize yields in selected areas of the South African highveld using the cropsyst model.
(2014)Abstract available in PDF file.
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