THE CHALLENGE
Problem addressed
Need to enhance maize production and productivity in Striga infested areas
About this technology
• Tolerant to Striga and common foliar diseases including Grey Leaf Spot (GLS), Turcicum leaf blight, Maize Streak Virus (MSV) and common rust.
• Drought tolerant
• Early maturity (110 – 115 days),
• High yielding (7.2 t/ha) under Striga free environments, reasonable yield under Striga infested environments,
• High milling percentage (>61%)
Performance and benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE7.2 t/ha
Early maturity (110 – 115 days)
High yielding (7.2 t/ha) under Striga free environments, reasonable yield under Striga infested environments
Where it is suitable
Agro-ecological zones
Districts
Target usersFarmers
Value-chain stage