ZMS 638-2Kg

Description

Variety Type & Maturity Hybrid: A double‑cross white maize hybrid known for its vigor and uniformity. Days to maturity: Medium‑late, reaching harvest in about 125–135 days after planting. 🌾 Yield & Agronomic Traits Yield potential: 10–12 tonnes per hectare, which is approximately 200–240 × 50 kg bags/ha. Grain type: Semi‑flint white grain, offering excellent drying and milling qualities. Cob traits: Produces large, well-filled cobs with full husk coverage for good protection. Standability: Strong stalks and short stature make it resistant to lodging and stable at higher plant densities. 💧 Stress & Disease Resistance Drought tolerance: Performs reliably under moisture stress; suited for moderately rainy to well-watered zones. Disease resistance: Tolerant to major diseases—cob rot, Gray Leaf Spot, Maize Streak Virus, leaf blight, and rust. 🌍 Adaptation & Farmer Feedback Ideal zones: Suitable for medium‑rainfall regions and even high‑altitude areas where longer maturity fits well. Farmer experience: Widely favored; Tanzanian farmers note it consistently delivers two cobs per plant and thrives under best practices.  Quick Summary Table Trait Details Hybrid Type White double‑cross Maturity 125–135 days Yield Potential 10–12 t/ha (~200–240 bags) Grain Semi‑flint, white Cob & Husk Large cobs, full husk cover Standability Strong, lodging-resistant Stress Resistance Drought, cob rot, GLS, MSV, blight, rust Adaptation Medium‑rainfall & high-altitude zones Farmer Insights High cob count, well-adapted 👨‍🌾 Who Should Choose ZMS 638? Farmers aiming for very high yields (10–12 t/ha) on a medium-maturity cycle. Producers in zones with moderate to good rainfall or elevated altitudes needing strong agronomic performance. Those facing drought stress and disease pressure, looking for a resilient and stable hybrid. Growers who prefer white, semi-flint grain for superior drying and milling properties