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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.

P9025

Active

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

Pioneer Overseas Corporation US (USA)

HR
2 records

P0105

Active

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

Pioneer Overseas Corporation US (USA)

HR
2 records

P1574

Active

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

ES
2 records

P8039

Terminated

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

PL
2 records

P1547E

Active

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

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

ES
2 records

Ossk 613

Protection expired

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

Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR

HR
2 records

P0074

Active

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

Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc (US)/Pioneer Overseas Corporation (US)

FR
2 records

P8400

Terminated

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

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

PL
2 records

P2088

Active

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

ES
2 records

P9757

Active

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

Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc (US)/Pioneer Overseas Corporation (US)

FR
2 records

P1570

Active

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

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

ES
2 records

P8834WX

Active

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

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

ES
2 records

Ossk 444

Active

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

Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR

HR
2 records

LG3490

Active

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

Limagrain Europe, FR

HR
2 records

LG31307

Active

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

Limagrain Europe, FR

FR
2 records

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

Monsanto Technology LLC, US

FR
2 records

ES Feria

Active

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

Euralis Semences, Centre de Recherche de Mondoville (FR)

HR
2 records

Dublino

Active

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

SAATBAU LINZ EGEN

PL
2 records

DKC3623

Active

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

PL
2 records

Bc 282

Active

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

Bc Institut d.d. Zagreb (HR)

HR
3 records

P 3978

Terminated

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

ES HR
2 records

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

KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA

ES
2 records

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

Trenk

Active

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

Bc Institut d.d. Zagreb (HR)

HR
2 records