Important diseases of maize, symptoms of damage and there management aspects are as follows: 1. Sorghum Downy Mildew (Peronosclerospora Sorghi): Symptoms: Infected plant chlorotic and sometime stunted, white-striped leaves & abnormal seed set. The chlorotic area of leaf always includes the base of the blade, and transverse margins usually sharply defined between the diseased and healthy tissues. A white, downy [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Maize 2. Origin and History of Maize 3. Botany 4. Growth Stages 5. Classification 6. Uses. Introduction to Maize: Maize or corn, popularly known as Makka or Makai in Hindi, is one of the most important cereal crops in the world agricultural economy both as food for man and feed [...]
Yield maximization from high yielding varieties can be attributed through effective insect-pest management as outlined hereunder: 1. Stemfly (Atherigona Orientalis): Nature of Damage: The maggot feeds on the young growing shoots results in 'dead hearts'. Control: Use seeds pelleted with insecticides. Seed treatment with imidacloprid 70 WS 10 g/kg of seeds. Plough soon after harvest, remove and destroy the stubbles. [...]