Maize Crop Guide
Maize is a versatile crop used for food, feed, and industrial purposes. It is susceptible to stem borer, fall armyworm, and turcicum leaf blight. Proper nutrition and timely protection ensure good yields.
Growth Timeline
Maize Growth Stages
Germination
Duration: 7–10 days
Seeds germinate quickly in warm, moist soil.
Vegetative Growth
Duration: 30–45 days
Rapid stem and leaf growth. Monitor for stem borer and fall armyworm.
Tasseling & Silking
Duration: 10–15 days
Male tassels and female silks emerge. Critical for pollination.
Grain Filling
Duration: 25–35 days
Kernels develop and accumulate starch. Maintain moisture.
Harvest
Duration: 60–100 days depending on variety
Harvest when husks turn brown and kernels are hard.
Our Solutions
Recommended Vyoma Products for Maize
Application Guide
Spray Schedule for Maize
Protection Guide
Common Pests & Diseases in Maize
Fall Armyworm
PestSymptoms: Larvae feed on leaves creating window-pane effect. Severe defoliation.
Recommended: Vyoma Rudra
Turcicum Leaf Blight
DiseaseSymptoms: Elongated tan to gray lesions on leaves.
Recommended: Vyoma Arka
Stem Borer
PestSymptoms: Dead heart in young plants. Shot holes in leaves.
Recommended: Vyoma Rudra
Nutrition Guide
Nutrient Deficiencies in Maize
Nitrogen Deficiency
Symptoms: V-shaped yellowing starting from leaf tip
Solution: Apply nitrogen at basal and knee-high stage.
Phosphorus Deficiency
Symptoms: Purple tinge on older leaves
Solution: Apply phosphorus at planting time.
Feeding Program
Nutrition Schedule for Maize
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