Improved use of seasonal forecasting to increase farmer profitability

Cover of a report titled “Improved use of seasonal forecasting to increase farmer profitability,” featuring a vivid weather map, colorful heat patterns, digital data overlays, and white title text reflecting rural agricultural research.

  • 117 pages

  • Published: 5 Dec 2019

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  • ISBN: 978-1-76053-061-7

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The success of agricultural industries relies on the weather which means being able to accurately predict the weather is crucial.

The Rural R&D for Profit Program project “Improved use of seasonal forecasting to increase farmer profitability” aimed to bridge the gap between seasonal climate forecasts (SCFs) and farm business decisions to improve productivity and profitability.

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