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Maize plant density

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group)

Maize plant density is the number of plants per unit area at the time of harvest, which determines yield and grain quality. This parameter is critically dependent on the biological characteristics of the hybrid, moisture availability, and the intended use of the produce.

In the reference 186 varieties crop Maize, where this is mentioned in the description.

For maize, the optimal stand density is determined by the maturity group and morphotype of the hybrid: early-maturing and compact forms allow for higher density, while tall and spreading hybrids require more space. Plant height is also considered when selecting density, as there is an inverse relationship between it and plant population.

Excessive crop thickening intensifies intraspecific competition, leading to delayed development of reproductive organs, increased anthesis-silking interval (ASI), and an increase in the number of barren plants. Under moisture-deficit conditions, density is reduced to avoid resource shortage, whereas with sufficient moisture, a dense stand promotes better canopy closure and effective weed suppression through soil shading.

General information about the subject — on the page Planting density.

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Varieties of Maize mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

LG30225

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Limagrain Verneuil Holding (FR)

BE FR NL
5 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA

CZ FR PL
4 records

P 9027

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Corporation US (USA)

HR PL
4 records

P 7364

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

CZ NL
4 records

MAS 35K

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

MAS Seeds,FR

FR HR
4 records

TO 266 S

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

ZEA INVENT,RESEARCH BR.IN

CZ ES
3 records

P 7500

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

NL
3 records

P 8666

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

NL
2 records

LG33.95

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Limagrain Verneuil Holding (FR)

HR
2 records

Bc 406

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Bc Institut d.d. Zagreb (HR)

HR
3 records

DK 535

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PFIZER GENETICS (US)

ES FR
4 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

CZ PL
3 records

SY Power

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection AG, CH

FR NL
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection AG, CH

CZ FR
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

RAGT 2n

CZ PL
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

RAGT 2n

CZ PL
3 records

P10112

Active

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Corporation, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc.

ES FR
4 records

DKC3102

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Monsanto Technology LLC, US

CZ FR PL
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

FREIHERR VON MOREAU SAATZUCHT

BE NL
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection AG, CH

CZ FR
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

CZ PL
4 records

PR39G83

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

FR PL
3 records

PR39A50

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION US

FR NL
3 records

PR35T06

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION US

FR HR
3 records