THE CHALLENGE
Problem addressed
Need to improve productivity and vitamin A levels in maize by developing vitamin A rich varieties tolerant to major production constraints.
About this technology
• Tolerant to common foliar diseases including Grey Leaf Spot (GLS), Turcicum leaf blight, Maize Streak Virus (MSV) and common rust.
• Tolerant to drought,
• Early to mid-maturity (110 -120 days),
• High yielding (7.7t/ha),
• high milling percentage (61%)
Performance and benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE7.7t/ha
Early to mid-maturity (110 -120 days)
Improving food and nutrition security
Where it is suitable
Agro-ecological zones
Districts
Target usersFish farmers and agribusinesses
Value-chain stage