Climate and its effect on crop production in Western Samoa.
Asghar M., Fernando L. H.
Author Affiliation: Institute for Research, Extension and Training in Agriculture, University of the South Pacific, Alafua Campus, Apia, Western Samoa.
Alafua Agricultural Bulletin 14 : 25-40
Abstract : The climate of Western Samoa is described and its suitability for the cultivation of Alocasia macrorhiza, Colocasia esculenta, bananas, cocoa, coconuts, vegetables, cereals and grain legumes, passion fruits, pineapples, breadfruits, coffee, citrus, avocados, mangoes and macadamia nuts is outlined. The beneficial use of mulches is reviewed briefly.