What is the role of grain sorghum in South African economy? (2) 2. Why is the production of sorghum decreasing in recent years in SA? (3) 3 Birds can cause major damage to the sorghum crop. How can this be prevented 4 7. Do a mini research on the insect (5 pests) and diseases (5) that affect sorghum and their control strategies for each. (Description and control)

What is the role of grain sorghum in South African economy? (2) 2. Why is the production of sorghum decreasing in recent years in SA? (3) 3 Birds can cause major damage to the sorghum crop. How can this be prevented 4 7. Do a mini research on the insect (5 pests) and diseases (5) that affect sorghum and their control strategies for each. (Description and control)

Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)

14th Edition

ISBN:9781305627994

Author:Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney

Publisher:Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney

Chapter15: Hunger And The Future Of Food

Section: Chapter Questions

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