<> 3 Recommendations. x��Y[o�F~7��0�$`�޹( <> Harvesting of Maize or Corn: Harvesting should be done when the crop outer cover of the cob turns from green to white color. Ridges are made 75 cm apart with a . p��v�h}����8"&��×���H.��.n/�\��#�tuI>M��.>s"+2}��/'FP&���Ғ���#O�rs~�P�����krs����w����/W�D��_d����5H:ٽ�斊��z(�gK�o/ �|�o�pM�a�@ي�{TpA�F�UW5Y= ݽ�0m�9�-yy$�/�rR�v�YG��kN���Y�� 甩�%0I�z����f��/=�#Em%5�8߿�Qt�Rk�,�.���Zt%W�s9QE�)9+���UE�P�DMk�*ߖL�$8�� For obtaining high yield, the maize crop should be heavily manured. endobj Extra-early maturity. TNAU vermicompost at 5 t/ha + 75% recommended dose of fertilizer for intercropping of maize and cowpea produces green fodder yield of 105 t/ha/yr ( 3 crops/ year) which is sufficient to maintain 7 adults and 3 young cattles. endobj <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 65 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 12>> Please input your values below. <>/F 4/Dest[ 12 0 R/XYZ 69 720 0] /StructParent 1>> ". They said that corn crop is highly lucrative for farmers as it has higher per acre yield than other crops. <>/F 4/Dest[ 25 0 R/XYZ 69 456 0] /StructParent 5>> Being a graduate, Maali is a smart farmer; he wears an ovral garment most of the times so much that ‘villagers’ hardly associate him with farming. 9 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 55 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 17>> Resistant to common leaf diseases and yields well during the drought season. 13 0 obj Nitrogen fuels growth and crop yield. 1 0 obj It has been an excellent year for growing maize, but the decision has yet to be made whether to grow the crop again in 2015, writes Crumlin dairy farmer Mark Blelock. The top 5 countries (others are the United States of America, New Zealand, Chile, and Uzbekistan) account for 13.47% of it. Maize Fertilizer Requirements Per Acre The amount of fertilizer required is best calculated by multiplying the target yield in tons per hectare, by 20-25 Kg. <>/F 4/Dest[ 25 0 R/XYZ 69 720 0] /StructParent 4>> 16 0 obj 14 0 obj endobj The average per acre maize yield has been at 690 kg in 2005, 638 kg in 2006, 857 kg in 2007 and 732 kg in 2008.. endobj �=�ā���U�Z��7W �9D%l�����7ž��&�@��ྩ We are registered members of USTA (Uganda Seed Traders Association) and are the sole distributors of irrigation equipment in Uganda, manufactured by JISL (Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd), a leader in drip tech, Plot 21 Luthuli Avenue, Bugolobi, Kampala. endobj endobj endobj �H��D"�(�7 ���G$š���Ł�����W'p�O����x"ߑS��т�WG�Ѳ�0��i��_> It fuels crop growth and development and needs to be readily available. <> endobj 26 0 obj 6�.�-��c� &O�ߌ����Ars"�`�R��ɧچF~3h ���a��O5'P @���ZN��K�:��p�A�߭Q�T���NEۂ�,���t�x�澆h��\�o�����s� Average yield is 25-30 bags per acre. ��M� ��Kηɬ�Ł���@$�X1�[y�y��d����q��t)ߑ��Hհi�����$\���i�pqE�-UUh~���,��`l�R�\��栔זzp�����:��4�*�EJU}3�"5��4`��i�p�E�/��ṽuum7�,��£�곖��l�m���P���@ ��50�畉P9�� ��7͒� 8�CN�u�u)���R�R#�{K���AnPȑ�`r��۵ۨ��5��%�c3�[�5i��֬GӵnR��{�>k�k����\������N�WV� '��Op�g˃mD%������S�`{7:����p�,�(�a���Ҍ�a)�fL����6t�bN__�W3H���� �7���&@QU��H���ː��2QjE/bi(��QD�,܃�R28,S��2i�p�z�9TV�U�>�� �T���)*C�^E�T_�JI@�\��ehc۫�� ��2�9���*25.�b���E�Sqe]���D�p(�k�H�SA���$�*���>w�f9HY X� �z0,�h)Hco��o� Production data on cereals relate to crops harvested for dry grain only. Average yield is 25-30 bags per acre. 18 0 obj The answer will be 3,24 t/ha. endobj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 63 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 21>> ������%��&_ TONNES PER HECTARE. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 78 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 25>> Yield (bushels per acre) equals (ear number) x (average row number) x (average kernel number) divided by 89.605* = bushels per acre *or multiply by 0.01116; Repeat the procedure for at least four additional sites across the field. Around 8 kilograms seeds are required for one acre maize cultivation. 25 0 obj 24 0 obj Share Details. Specially developed to be grown in Striga weed prone areas. <>/F 4/Dest[ 28 0 R/XYZ 69 377 0] /StructParent 6>> 35 0 obj 29 0 obj 7 0 obj Large cobs & stalk; Suitable Areas; Kisumu, Homabay, Siaya, Rongo, Ahero, Oyugis, Ugunja, Busia, & Striga Weed (Kayongo) Prone Areas. 38 0 obj Drought tolerant maize. endobj YELLOW MAIZE HYBRIDS FIELDING NEW TECHNOLOGIES. <> Machines are available to separate the seeds. Duraid K. Al-Taey. Small seed will go further, and give equal germination and yield performance as large seed. × Close. Forage maize yield is influenced by the same nutrients as the grain maize, however the difference in nutrient removal between the two types needs to be considered when planning the nutrient programme of the following crop. endobj endstream 22 0 obj 19 0 obj Cite. endobj endobj Yield Estimate Calculator MAIZE. endobj 5 AGRONOMY tractor drawn ridger. 1) 2) Variety Selection - Earliness and Yield <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 80 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 27>> Yield kg/ha = 166666 plants in 1 ha x yield of per plant (kg). Maize farmer who used to cultivate between 6-8 maxi-bags per acre from local seeds can now harvest averagely 40 maxi-bags with 30Y87 (yellow maize). So, for total 8 kilograms it costs around … They said that after the introduction of hybrid maize during the 1990s, farmers have gradually shifted to hybrid maize from traditional/open pollinated varieties (OPVs) as hybrid maize has increased production from a mere 30 maunds/acre to 80-120 maunds/acre. Likewise, people ask, what is average maize yield per hectare? <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 56 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 18>> endobj 27 0 obj Nitrogen is important to achieve high maize yields. A RICH FORAGE CROP PORTFOLIO FOR SMOOTH FODDER FLOW. After the first week of November, the yield loss is above 100-120 kg per hectare per each delayed week. 4 0 obj Twenty five to thirty cartloads of farmyard manure or compost should be ploughed into the soil before the sowing. 39 0 obj <> endobj A seed rate of about 25 kg/ha is required, but this depends on the seed size. At least 40% of the HUs are experienced during these three months, so it is critical for farmers to plant their crop as early as possible to capitalise on the HUs. <> endobj Figure 1 illustrates the average corn yield per hectare for each farm for the years data were available (between 1 to 6 years). For a comparison at 32 cents a kg for a maize silage crop yield of 7.5 tonnes per acre (18.5 tonnes per hectare) gives an in the paddock price of $510 per tonne per hectare." %PDF-1.5 U]�Z��B�+fՖ[5F�D�i�1X���(�����t�P��=7�0���Mh�nY���$I�#Bnk��"�;pMlZ�/�o���;'�T+CAyA�T`u��2� ��G͹J�'�Fds&X�1G��y���W� �8�M����B�e����ͥF��x�v8s��Zs�e}�gr>A �*�*LF&)��r�Ь�1xމ4�al}��]s"��s����0�9k��n����af�|����������vX�֢��l�/Sg���SU0c-��C3]�S3'h �;@�l�.Pc�Ox���W&���Y[U/��I���T�-��>�#��8T�i����V\���0X>%>;����f�G�����4��K=��������Ƿ0�n] #. For example, you are evaluate a field with 30-inch rows and counted 24 ears (per 17' 5" = row section). <>/F 4/Dest[ 31 0 R/XYZ 69 134 0] /StructParent 7>> Ridge sowing is better for water saving on flood irrigation. As a guide, the approximate fixed and variable costs to grow maize for grain are shown in this table. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 40 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 15>> <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 75 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 24>> When rains are significantly below average Average yield per acre per household Scenario one - varies between 10 bags to 15 bags (90-Kg bags) Scenario two - varies between 2 bags - to 5 bags (90 - Kg bags) Variable costs per acre per household Scenario one - 7,850 KShs Scenario two - 4, 290 KShs Gross Margin per acre per household Scenario one - 5,647 KShs Scenario two - 210 KShs endobj Cost of one kilogram maize is Rs.400. 8 0 obj endobj Matures in 90-120 days. Features: FRC425IR. 0. License: CC BY-4.0 Line Bar Map. endobj 3 0 obj :�Q�P�CN��BS��H)�(3Y�4��Tl���6���v�T�(�CX �eM+�aU��Z�=���v��A�������e6�.l�DL[�6����=8QJB�t)HUu�EJY�4ƤF ����? The dung obtained from these animals can be used for on farm production of 19.4 tonnes of vermicompost per year. <> endobj Maize growth rate responds well to high daily temperatures experienced in October, November and December. 1961 - 2017. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 64 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 22>> x���Mo�6���x�f�)R�b�n�M�@�E�h���� 37 0 obj endobj <>>> <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 67 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 23>> The yield of maize fodder varied from farm to farm. Cereal crops harvested for hay or harvested green for food, feed, or silage and those used for grazing are excluded. 21 0 obj �u����A}��mm���f�z0Ϝ�y*ɚ3%��"�ɥ�/pFU���a[:l-�mW�3O����p �TK�H49�s��x���OZw�lG�+l= �)=��N��S�4�����/?kUr9��綮�ފ+�� d�h%����&2x�S%V�f.���D����ch�ѬZ�lPFK�C/ � stream Maize Yields (90 Kg-bags/acre) 24 25 30 26.3 Sale price (Ksh/90 Kg-bag) 2,600 2,600 2,600 2,600 Productions costs 31,332 29,662 20,120 27,038 The world's total maize yield was estimated at 412.39 tonnes per ha in 2020. Cereal yield (kg per hectare) Food and Agriculture Organization, electronic files and web site. endobj <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 60 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 11>> <>/F 4/Dest[ 18 0 R/XYZ 69 227 0] /StructParent 3>> 33 0 obj 32 0 obj endobj He said research conducted on farms by his company using white and yellow hybrid maize seeds indicated that farmers could harvest as high as 42 mini-bags of maize per acre with good agricultural practices and that the highest yield achieved so far … At a medium cob mass of 150 grams there are thus 21 600 x 150 divided by 1 000 to show kilograms (kg’s) per ha (1 000 g/kg) divided by 1 000 (1 000 kg/ton) to show the tons per hectare of yield expected. endobj <>/F 4/Dest[ 36 0 R/XYZ 69 247 0] /StructParent 10>> For maize seeds are planted at 60cm x 30cm one plant per hill or Maize also can be planted at 60cm x 60cm with two plants per hill especially for tall varieties to provide more light. This content is copyright protected! endobj © 2019 Grow More Seeds & Chemicals Ltd. All Rights Reserved. DEFINITION: Cereal yield, measured as kilograms per hectare of harvested land, includes wheat, rice, maize, barley, oats, rye, millet, sorghum, buckwheat, and mixed grains. Harvesting can be done by hand. 17 0 obj 36 0 obj stream WHITE MAIZE HYBRIDS OFFERING TOP-END YIELD POTENTIAL. If you are planting the maize in areas with high rainfall, apply the fertilizer in two splits. However, small seed should not … 5 0 obj <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 76 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 14>> <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 79 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 26>> <> You should go for actual plant population not for recommended. 23 0 obj <>/F 4/Dest[ 12 0 R/XYZ 69 464 0] /StructParent 2>> endobj endobj www.Farmers.co.ke is the site for authoritative multimedia agricultural and agribusiness content. The intervention by CropNuts led the farm to harvest 32 bags per acre from a meagre 6 bags per acre. endobj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 45 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 16>> <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 73 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 13>> kg per acre. <> endobj Turkey is the top country by maize yield in the world. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 62 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 20>> 30 0 obj %���� endobj endobj 10 0 obj One can be conservative and take off 10% for over estimation and harvesting losses to arrive at a final yield rounded off estimation of 2,9 t/ha. 10 Kgs per acre: Climatic Conditions: Drought-Tolerant: Spacing: 30 x 75 cm: Yield Potential: 3,000 – 4 ,000 kg per acre: Other Attributes: Resistant to Grey Leaf Spot & Maize Streak Virus. As of 2020, maize yield in Turkey was 11.42 tonnes per ha that accounts for 2.77% of the world's maize yield. endobj ����㯟��0$2���-CR?�X�^ �{a¿q�������d�k��^-�~u�r7�S���-�M�]�_��\x"��lܐd> Sadique Maize Yield Per Acre. Cobs (per 10 m) Kernel Rows per … Maize for Grain Economics The economics of growing maize for grain are dependent on growing costs, crop yield and the price received per tonne of grain ($/tonne). 12 0 obj �� (G��Gq4�r���z04��L���O���QH��&Z�JN� EF2��4g��8Qj�ksH�m�}�E�F����? The average predicted yield for the region of 244 ± 4 bushels/acre (15,316 ± 251 kg/ha) projected for 2050, assuming yield increases observed for the past 60 yr continue, would not be possible with projected increases in VPD, creating a water ceiling to maize yields. 20th Dec, 2018. TRIAL-TOPPING SUNFLOWERS FOR STABLE HIGH-END YIELDS . <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 11 0 R 13 0 R 14 0 R 19 0 R 26 0 R 27 0 R 29 0 R 32 0 R 35 0 R 37 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> The minimum amount realizable from a … Since crimped maize is typically used as a substitute for wheat in rations, its sales value follows the wheat price, with a tonne of crimped maize being worth up to £150/t (@65% DM). endobj <>/F 4/Dest[ 36 0 R/XYZ 69 533 0] /StructParent 9>> <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 57 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 19>> <> Crop still yields well even during the drought season and is tolerant to major leaf diseases. 15 0 obj Beopari spends on maize fodder cutting Rs500 to Rs1,500 with an average Rs1,000 per acre. endobj 11.SOWING METHODS Maize can be sown on both flat soils as well as on the ridges. <>/F 4/Dest[ 34 0 R/XYZ 69 720 0] /StructParent 8>> Choka method or manual sowing is practiced for ridge sowing. In the UK, a crimped maize output of 12t/ha (@ 65% DM) is possible. While many farmers struggle to get a ton (1000 kilograms) from an acre of maize, Maali gets over 3000 kilograms (over 30-100kg bags) per acre. endobj endobj 31 0 obj After 2-3 weeks or or when the crop is about 45cm high, top-dress your maize with Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN) or Urea at the rate of 50 kg per acre if you are farming in a low rainfall area. Resistant to Grey Leaf Spot & Maize Streak Virus. <> For a 30 bag per acre crop this is 160 Kg of nitrogen. 34 0 obj HIGH-SPEC DRY BEANS FOR A HIGHLY SPECIALISED INDUSTRY. endobj Maize yields over 18 tonnes per acre 2014-10-15. 4ISt� E�&}�DJ��hI����s��E6eAbsx�\�sc��/v���ǟ����R|}���A7=>�}�+�-��>}���?�BJϏ����N 11 0 obj 2 0 obj Label. For a better yield of maize, ... apply carbofuran granules @ 8 kg/acre @ 2 granules per each plant. For hybrid and composite varieties of maize, 100-120 kg of nitrogen, along with 60 kg of P 2 O 5 and 40 kg of K 2 O per hectare, is recommended. 10 kg is enough to plant 1 acre and 5 kg for half an acre. 6 0 obj endobj Click to see full answer 52,000 cobs of maize could be harvested on one hectare of land, and the average price at the farm gate per cob is N10. Average corn yield for the farms in 2013 was 7.98 tons per hectare (127 bushels per acre). 20 0 obj h� �bP� �$���W�+Ͳ�����c�ڔ��uK�>�ȓ�֡NR���,� *�:��T�XM�ɢT�y%e5��4�!�Ilz3U�A3���5B&�?�w:?ö�~wL����J.����פ[��r�L�?���"̰0n���6� |[8��'��e �*0��H���:tk���С��� �;���0�j�5�D�ReB��w'!�:�.ǣ����ȃ�4�x��R1s��i=#� 28 0 obj Agricultural land (% of land area) Forest area (% of land area) Cereal production (metric tons) Agricultural land (sq. 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