Maize is a fantastic crop that matures quickly and offers a great profit margin. It can be grown in Kharif, Rabi, and Zaid seasons, yielding up to 30-40 quintals per acre with proper care. Discover the secrets to successful maize farming and where to source top-quality seeds.
Select Ideal Soil and Prepare the Field
Loamy or sandy loam soil is perfect for maize, with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Ensure excellent drainage. Clear the land of old plants and weeds. Conduct 2-3 deep plowings (using a moldboard plow or tractor) and rotavate the soil for better texture. Add 4-6 tons of well-rotted farmyard manure or compost per acre to enhance soil fertility.
Where to Purchase Top-quality Seeds?
Opt for hybrid seeds like Super-82, HQPM-1, or other advanced varieties. Approximately 8-10 kg seeds are sufficient for an acre. Treat seeds with a fungicide before sowing to prevent diseases. If you plan to grow maize in Zaid, the National Seeds Corporation's hybrid variety 'Super-82' is your best choice, easily ordered online from the comfort of your home.
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Source: aajtak
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Source: aajtak
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The 'Super-82' hybrid maize variety empowers farmers with higher yields and superb quality crops. Currently, a 4 kg pack is available on the NSC's online store at a 6% discount for just 1512 Rupees.
What Makes the Super-82 Maize Variety Exceptional?
This variety matures quickly, ready in 125 to 130 days.
Its grains are flat, with a yellow-orange hue, and it's resilient to dry spells.
The average yield is 30 to 40 quintals per acre, which can increase with proper care.
It performs remarkably well in states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Tamil Nadu.
When is the Best Time to Plant Maize?
In Kharif: June-July (upon the onset of rains)
In Rabi: October-November
In Zaid: February-March
How to Sow Maize?
Plant seeds at a depth of 3-5 cm, maintaining a row distance of 60-75 cm and plant distance of 20-25 cm. Water the fields for the first time 20-25 days post-sowing. Undertake a total of 4-6 irrigations, and avoid water logging especially during flowering and grain-setting stages.
Harvesting Time
Generally, the crop is ready in 90-130 days. Harvest when the kernels harden and leaves begin to dry.
