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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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

Oxxygen

Terminated

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

R 2n (FR)

FR
2 records

Os 4371

Protection expired

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

Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR

HR
2 records

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

KWS SAAT SE&CO.KGaA, DE

FR
2 records

ES Mosquito

Terminated

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

Euralis Semences FR

FR
2 records

Gosol YG

Active

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

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY

ES
2 records

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

SEMILLAS FITO, S.A.

ES
2 records

538P

Active

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

Monsanto Technology LLC, US

FR
2 records

Wilga

Terminated

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

Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR

HR
2 records

Ułan

Active

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
3 records

SM Zerka

Active

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
2 records

SM Piast

Active

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
5 records

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

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

ES
2 records

Podlasiak

Terminated

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
5 records

P0412

Active

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

Pioneer Overseas Corporation US (USA)

HR
2 records

P9900

Protection expired

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

Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc (US)

FR
2 records

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

Maisadour Semences, FR

FR
2 records

LG30315

Active

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

Limagrain Europe SA (FR)

HR
2 records

Kosmal

Active

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
5 records

Koneser

Protection expired

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

Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR

PL
4 records

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

Euralis Semences FR

FR
2 records

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

LIDEA FRANCE SAS

PL
2 records

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

CEZEA - šlechtitelská stanice, a.s. (CZ)

CZ
3 records