In this article we will discuss about:- 1. History of Maize 2. Cultivation and Harvesting of Maize 3. Uses. History of Maize: It is now universally admitted that Maize or Indian com is a native of America. This species probably originated in a wild state in the tropical South America. In Andes its cultivation goes back to prehistoric time. It [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Subject-Matter of Maize 2. Major Diseases of Maize and their Distribution 3. Major Epidemics 4. Biotic Stresses are Responsible for Lowering Yield 5. Changes in Diseases Spectrum Scenario. Subject-Matter of Maize: Maize (Zea mays L.) occupies an important place in world agriculture due to its high potential of yield and greater demand. [...]
Here is a list of seventeen major diseases that are found in maize: 1. Smut Diseases 2. Virus Diseases 3. Downy Mildews Disease 4. Brown Spot Disease 5. Stalk Rot Disease 6. Pre-Flowering Stalk Rot Disease 7. Pythium Stalk Rot Disease 8. Post-Flowering Stalk Rot Disease 9. Charcoal Rot Disease 10. Black Bundle Disease 11. Cob Rots Disease 12. Fusarium [...]