Sammaz 52 Maize Seed | 25kg

Description

Sammaz 52 Maize Seed is an improved open-pollinated maize variety developed to provide high yield, exceptional drought tolerance, and strong resistance to common maize diseases. This variety is well-suited for a range of agro-ecological zones, offering reliable performance for farmers.

Key Features of Sammaz 52 Maize Seed :

• High Yield: Delivers significantly higher yields compared to traditional maize varieties.
• Drought Tolerance: Designed to thrive in conditions of water scarcity, making it ideal for regions with inconsistent rainfall.
• Disease Resistance: Demonstrates robust resistance to prevalent maize diseases such as maize streak virus, rust, and leaf blight, ensuring healthier crops.
• Maturity Period: Classified as a medium maturity variety, typically reaching maturity in approximately 100 to 110 days from planting.
• Adaptability: Versatile performance across various soil types and climatic conditions, from savannah to tropical rainforest regions.
• Grain Quality: Produces high-quality grains suitable for both human consumption and livestock feed.
• Potential Yield (t/ha): 6.0
• Intermediate levels of Provitamin A content.

Agronomic Information:

• Planting Time: Optimal planting time is early in the rainy season for the 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 and ensure healthy plant growth.

Benefits of Sammaz 52 Maize Seed :

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

Usage:

• 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.
• Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry place to maintain seed viability.