Sammaz 50 Maize Seed | 25kg

Description

Sammaz 50 Maize Seed is an improved open-pollinated maize variety known for its excellent performance in various agro-ecological zones.

Here are the detailed product descriptions:

Product Description:

Sammaz 50 is an improved open-pollinated maize variety developed to offer high yield, drought tolerance, and resistance to common maize diseases. It is suitable for diverse farming conditions, making it a reliable choice for farmers.

Key Features of Sammaz 50 Maize Seed :

• High Yield: Provides significantly higher yields compared to traditional maize varieties, ensuring better returns for farmers.
• Drought Tolerance: Engineered to withstand dry spells, making it ideal for regions with erratic rainfall patterns.
• Disease Resistance: Shows robust resistance to prevalent maize diseases such as maize streak virus, rust, and leaf blight, ensuring healthier crops.
• Maturity Period: Classified as a medium to late-maturing variety, typically reaching maturity in approximately 100 to 120 days from planting.
• Versatility: Adaptable to various soil types and climatic conditions, from savannah to tropical rainforest regions.
• Grain Quality: Produces high-quality, well-formed grains suitable for both human consumption and livestock feed.
• Potential Yield (t/ha): 9.3
• Tolerance to drought and Striga hermonthica

Agronomic Information of Sammaz 50 Maize Seed :

• Planting Time: Optimal planting time is early in the rainy season for best growth.
• Seeding Rate: Recommended seeding rate is approximately 20-25 kg per hectare.
• Plant Spacing: Ideal plant spacing is 75 cm apart between rows and 25 cm within rows.
• Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizers at planting and top-dress with nitrogen fertilizer when plants reach the knee-high stage.
• Weeding: Regular weeding is essential to minimize competition for nutrients.

Benefits:

• Economic: Higher yields lead to increased income for farmers.
• Food Security: Contributes to food security with its high grain output and quality.
• Sustainability: Enhanced tolerance to drought and diseases reduces the need for chemical inputs, promoting sustainable agriculture.

Usage:

• Human Consumption: Grains can be processed into various maize-based foods.
• Animal Feed: High nutritional value makes it suitable for livestock feed.

Packaging:

• Available in various packaging sizes to cater to different farming needs.

Availability:

• Distributed through agricultural input suppliers, seed companies, and farmer cooperatives.

Recommendations:

• Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry place to maintain seed viability.
• Certification: Ensure seeds are certified by relevant agricultural authorities to guarantee quality.