The economic irrationality of closing the yield gap in rainfed maize production – An extensification v intensification assessment in Dodoma, Tanzania | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
The economic irrationality of closing the yield gap in rainfed maize production – An extensification v intensification assessment in Dodoma, Tanzania
Key Points
Closing the yield gap in rainfed maize production may not be economically rational, suggesting inefficiencies in agricultural approaches.
The analysis indicates that current efforts towards intensification do not yield proportionate economic benefits compared to extensification strategies.
Economic assessment highlighted that rainfed maize in Dodoma shows limited potential for increased productivity under prevailing conditions.
Findings indicate that a shift in strategy could lead to better resource allocation and agricultural output potential for rainfed systems.