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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.

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

KWS SAAT SE, DE

CZ FR
4 records

MAS 47P

Active

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

MAS Seeds,FR

FR HR
3 records

MAS 36A

Active

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

MAS Seeds,FR

FR HR
3 records

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

KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA

CZ NL
3 records

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

KWS SAAT SE&CO.KGaA, DE

CZ HR
3 records

Keltico

Active

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

SAATBAU LINZ EGEN

NL PL
3 records

Cenzus

Active

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

CEZEA SLECHTITELSKA STANICE A.S.

CZ PL
4 records

DKC4608

Protection expired

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

Monsanto Technology LLC, US

FR HR
3 records

Agaturbo

Active

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

Nordic Maize Breeding Vof

CZ NL
3 records

PR39K09

Terminated

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

Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. (US)

CZ PL
3 records

Mejaš

Terminated

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

Bc Institut d.d. Zagreb (HR)

HR
2 records

P9241Y

Terminated

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

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

ES
2 records

Noemi

Terminated

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

Caussade Semences SA (FR)

FR
2 records

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

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

Syngenta Crop Protection AG, CH

FR
2 records

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
2 records

SM Nida

Active

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
2 records

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

RAGT 2n, FR

FR
2 records

PR35F38

Protection expired

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

Pioneer Hi-bred International Inc. (USA)

HR
2 records

PR34B97

Terminated

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

Pioneer Hi-bred International Inc. (USA)

HR
2 records

P1410

Active

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INT.INC/PIONEER OVERSEAS CORP.

ES
2 records

P0710

Active

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

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

ES
2 records