In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Origin and Distribution of Maize 2. Area and Production of Maize 3. Nutrient Management 4. Cropping Systems 5. Varieties and Seasons 6. Harvesting and Storage 7. Weed Management 8. Quality Considerations. Maize (Zea mays), also known as corn, is the world’s third most important cereal crop after […]
Maize: Origin, Distribution and Production | Maize | Agronomy
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Water Requirement for Wheat Production | Agronomy
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Under favorable environment, about 1000 m3 of water is needed to produce 1.0 t of wheat. About half of this is used in transpiration and the other half is lost by evaporation and unavoidable deep percolation. Under less favourable conditions, about 5000 m3 water is needed to produce 1.0 t of wheat. On an average, […]
Tillage and Seeding of Maize Crops | Maize | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the tillage and seeding of maize crops. Maize is predominantly a rainy season crop of India. A good seedbed for maize should be fine but compact. Land preparation begins with clearing residues of the previous crop. Soil is loosened to 20-25 cm depth by deep ploughing or disking, […]