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Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria, South Africa.
+27 12 841 2911
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University of Free State

205 Nelson Mandela Dr, Park West, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
+27 51 401 9111
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University of Pretoria

Lynnwood Rd, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
+27 (0)12 420 3111
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University of Cape Town

Private Bag X3, Rondebosch 7701, South Africa
+27 (0)21 650 9111
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University of the Witwatersrand

1 Jan Smuts Avenue, Braamfontein 2000, Johannesburg, South Africa
+27 (0)11 717 1000
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University of Kwa-Zulu Natal

238 Mazisi Kunene Rd, Glenwood, Durban, 4041, South Africa
+27 31 260 1111
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University of Stellenbosch

Victoria Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa.
+27 21 808 9111
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Yield

Submitted by admin on February 23, 2026
Member State
South Africa
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

Digestibility

Submitted by admin on February 23, 2026
Member State
South Africa
Socioeconomic Justification
Foundation for livestock production, they support grazing livestock, providing a crucial feed base for meat, milk, wool, and other product
GEd Potential
High
Existing R&D
Agronomy

Yield, insect resistance

Submitted by admin on February 23, 2026
Member State
South Africa
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