ZMS 606-10Kg

Description

 Maturity & Grain Type Days to maturity: Approximately 115–120 days, making it a true medium-season variety . Grain type: Semi-dent with a hard texture—combines good drying ability and kernel durability. Yield & Agronomic Performance Yield potential: 8–9 t/ha (equivalent to ~160–180 × 50 kg bags) in well-managed fields . Standability: Excellent resistance to lodging, suitable for high-density planting . Husk coverage: Full husk ensures better protection of cobs 🌾 Stress & Disease Resistance Drought tolerance: Highly tolerant, recommended for moisture-stressed environments Disease resistance: Broad-spectrum resistance, including Gray Leaf Spot (GLS), Maize Streak Virus (MSV), cob rot, leaf blight, rust, and leaf rust Armyworm resilience: Developed with pest resistance in mind; among Zamseed’s climate-smart efforts 🌍 Adaptation & Popularity Adaptation: Versatile across agro-ecological zones in Zambia, as well as Eastern and Southern Africa Farmer preference: One of Zamseed’s most popular hybrids, representing the bulk of their seed production Feature Summary Table Trait Details Maturity 115–120 days (medium-season) Grain Type Semi-dent, hard-textured Yield Potential 8–9 t/ha (~160–180 × 50 kg bags) Drought Tolerance Excellent Disease Resistance GLS, MSV, leaf blight, cob rot, rust Standability Strong—good lodging resistance Husk Cover Full cover for cob protection Armyworm Tolerance Pest-resilient hybrid Adaptation Widespread Zambia & Southern/Eastern Africa Popularity Major seed line for Zamseed 👨‍🌾 Best For: Medium-season farmers needing a reliable hybrid. Regions with variable or low rainfall where drought resilience is key. Those practicing dense planting, thanks to strong standability. Areas facing armyworm pressure, where pest resistance is advantageous. Farmers looking for stable, high yields across different conditions.