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