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A simple model to forecast wheat yield in Western Australia
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A simple model to forecast wheat yield in Western Australia

D.J. Stephens, T.J. Lyons and M.H. Lamond
Journal of the Royal Society of Western Australia, Vol.71(2 & 3), pp.77-81
1989
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Abstract

Stress, defined as the lack of sufficient water to maintain maximum growth rates and yields, has long been recognized as a dominant factor in Australian wheat yield. Thus, by relating stress to crop yield and incorporating seasonal forecasts, a simple predictive crop model can be developed, the data requirements of which are commensurate with available meteorological seasonal forecasts. Such a model has been applied to the Merredin district of Western Australia and its potential is illustrated through the use of yield hindcasts for the 1984-1986 seasons.

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