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 […]
Growth and Development of Maize | Maize | Agronomy
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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 […]
Climate and Soil Requirements for Pearlmillet Production | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the requirement of climate and soils for pearlmillet production. Pearlmillet is a short day warm weather crop and is even more resistant to drought than sorghum. No other cereal grows so well in hot dry regions. It is grown in areas that have prolonged dry spells such as […]