Management practices discussed for kharif and rabi maize are summerised as package of practices for maize production. Package of Production Practices for Kharif Maize: Tillage: 1. A clean, deeply ploughed but firm seedbed is ideal. 2. Ridge sowing is recommended to avoid crop damage due to waterlogging. 3. Shallow drainage channels may be provided at […]
Package of Practices for Maize Production | Maize | Agronomy
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Growth and Development of Maize | Maize | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the growth and development of maize. Maize seed germinate within 4-5 days after sowing under warm, moist conditions. When temperature is less than optimum, 14 to 16 days may be necessary for emergence. The first two true leaves develop as soon as coleoptile emerges. The next leaves unfold […]
Industrial Uses of Maize | Maize | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the industrial uses of maize. 1. Corn Oil: It is commercially produced from corn germ isolated by wet milling or dry milling. Crude corn oil is composed of 95 per cent tryglycericles. Minor compounds present in crude oil are removed by refining. The flavour of corn oil is […]