Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
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Articles | Volume 26, issue 1
Articles | Volume 26, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-26-71-2022
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https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-26-71-2022
© Author(s) 2022. This work is distributed under
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Articles | Volume 26, issue 1
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06 Jan 2022
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Improved representation of agricultural land use and crop management for large-scale hydrological impact simulation in Africa using SWAT+

Albert Nkwasa, Celray James Chawanda, Jonas Jägermeyr, and Ann van Griensven

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We present an approach on how to incorporate crop phenology in a regional hydrological model using decision tables and global datasets of rainfed and irrigated cropland with the associated cropping calendar and management practices. Results indicate improved temporal patterns of leaf area index (LAI) and evapotranspiration (ET) simulations in comparison with remote sensing data. In addition, the improvement of the cropping season also helps to improve soil erosion estimates in cultivated areas.
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