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Figure 18. Cereal yield trends in West Africa

A. Paddy rice yield (tonnes/ha)

B. Maize yield (tonnes/ha)

C. Sorghum yield (tonnes/ha)

D. Millet yield (tonnes/ha)

Source: FAOSTAT (2012)

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