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Genetic biodiversity assessment and local seed systems of maize landraces among smallholder farmers in Western Kenya

Muui, C. W.; Anjichi, V.E.; Muasya, R.M.; Gohole, L.S; Rao, N.K. (African Crop Science Society, 2005)

Maize is the main staple food in Kenya and adoption rates for improved varieties is high. Smallholder farmers grow over 75% of the maize crop in Kenya. Breeders consider that some local varieties hold potential value for ...