South Africa

Country Flag
South Africa

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria, South Africa.
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of Free State

205 Nelson Mandela Dr, Park West, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of Pretoria

Lynnwood Rd, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of Cape Town

Private Bag X3, Rondebosch 7701, South Africa
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of the Witwatersrand

1 Jan Smuts Avenue, Braamfontein 2000, Johannesburg, South Africa
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of Kwa-Zulu Natal

238 Mazisi Kunene Rd, Glenwood, Durban, 4041, South Africa
Universities fa-solid fa-book-open-reader

University of Stellenbosch

Victoria Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa.

Yield

Member State
Socioeconomic Justification
The second most important grain crop, contributes significantly to food security
GEd Potential
High
Existing R&D
Yes, Drought
Actual Annual Production (tonnes)
1930000
Expected Annual Production (tonnes)
2000000

Yield, insect resistance

Member State
Socioeconomic Justification
generates substantial revenue, supports employment, and contributes to foreign exchange earnings. The industry also provides a basis for various other manufacturing sectors
GEd Potential
High
Existing R&D
Yes, Insect Resistance
Actual Annual Production (tonnes)
17400000
Expected Annual Production (tonnes)
18000000