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betabread:
Neem extract yes

But dont go ginger and tumeric unless it has been documented and tried

Dont use ur farm for experiment, no body will emboss u d money lost

I experimented with my last produce too late. I had the most infected farm in my entire village but turned out top three in terms of produce. I hardly fail with my experiments.


When I reared broilers are regular drugs weren't working and they were dying, I switched to my formular. Guess what, none died of diseases cause anymore. When I mean none, none in around 400 pieces. Only few deaths after my experimentations were from stampede

After 5days drying in d sun, my maize lost more than 1/3rd it volume.......

Dry maize comes with its challenges but that volume lost has taken a nasty toll on my revenue

Funny enough the buyers dont care they wont add a dine after winnowing and drying my maize enough for storage

Nobody pitys farmers, 4get d hype in the media, they are all emotional rants

I await them by february, i will sell my seed maize @ high water content , dry maize is like working for free for peppke

ActiveFarms:
I experimented with my last produce too late. I had the most infected farm in my entire village but turned out top three in terms of produce. I hardly fail with my experiments.


When I reared broilers are regular drugs weren't working and they were dying, I switched to my formular. Guess what, none died of diseases cause anymore. When I mean none, none in around 400 pieces. Only few deaths after my experimentations were from stampede

Did u try d ginger and tumeric on maize

betabread:
Did u try d ginger and tumeric on maize

I am going to use them this September-November window. I already researched it and farmers overseas are also turning to them. I am even turning to cultivating Spices in large volume next year

betabread:
After 5days drying in d sun, my maize lost more than 1/3rd it volume.......

Dry maize comes with its challenges but that volume lost has taken a nasty toll on my revenue

Funny enough the buyers dont care they wont add a dine after winnowing and drying my maize enough for storage

Nobody pitys farmers, 4get d hype in the media, they are all emotional rants

I await them by february, i will sell my seed maize @ high water content , dry maize is like working for free for peppke

I think selling fresh is more profitable than dried

ActiveFarms:
I experimented with my last produce too late. I had the most infected farm in my entire village but turned out top three in terms of produce. I hardly fail with my experiments.


When I reared broilers are regular drugs weren't working and they were dying, I switched to my formular. Guess what, none died of diseases cause anymore. When I mean none, none in around 400 pieces. Only few deaths after my experimentations were from stampede

What qty of ginger and tumeric did u use per acre or per knapsack

Ameboperoo2:
I think selling fresh is more profitable than dried

Selling fresh is more profitable if all ur maize are picked on the same day, if not u just opened ur farm up for thieves

betabread:
What qty of ginger and tumeric did u use per acre or per knapsack

Just about to put that to test this week. But I noticed after using heavy concentration of DD force multiple times, Maize is resilient. This taught me that Maize could witstand a lot. I applied so much peesticides after fall army worm almost ruined 95% of my labour

ActiveFarms:
Just about to put that to test this week. But I noticed after using heavy concentration of DD force multiple times, Maize is resilient. This taught me that Maize could witstand a lot. I applied so much peesticides after fall army worm almost ruined 95% of my labour

Ur using d wrong pesticide, ddforce(ddvp ) has a vapourising effect, it is better used in an enclosed environment for fumigation

Another thing to look at is epidemology of army worm,
When ur maize farm us surrounded by so many other maize farms, u dont even know if ur neighboring farmers are treating for pest......

If ur neighbour does not treat for army worm, the pest will simply migrate to ur farm when the effect of the pesticide u use wears off......

In my own experience when u farm off season, when every tom dick and harry cant farm maize is when one can evaluate the efficacy of most pesticide

One of the reasons d op farm looks healthy is dat at this point in time there is no actively growing maize farm around

Especially maize planted by poor folks that dont treat their farms

betabread:
Ur using d wrong pesticide, ddforce(ddvp ) has a vapourising effect, it is better used in an enclosed environment for fumigation

Another thing to look at is epidemology of army worm,
When ur maize farm us surrounded by so many other maize farms, u dont even know if ur neighboring farmers are treating for pest......

If ur neighbour does not treat for army worm, the pest will simply migrate to ur farm when the effect of the pesticide u use wears off......

In my own experience when u farm off season, when every tom dick and harry cant farm maize is when one can evaluate the efficacy of most pesticide

I learnt along the line I used the wrong pesticide. But I used the dosage of the applied pesticide to also quantify the resilience of Maize

jaydee87:
Smilesssssssssss, u are not in Nigeria and you have a farm in Nigeria.
Your workers are really trying for you, hope you are paying them well. Planting pepper at the back of your house isn't for commercial purposes.
Commercial farming can't be done at home...

plant the one you can eat first. Start from there and stop relying on govt to do everything

betabread:
One of the reasons d op farm looks healthy is dat at this point in time there is no actively growing maize farm around

Especially maize planted by poor folks that dont treat their farms

smiles... It's true cha, all this poor farmers can't take good care of their farm so pest and disease can easily stroll to your farm.

Even during pollination.

Esude007:
smiles... It's true cha, all this poor farmers can't take good care of their farm so pest and disease can easily stroll to your farm.

Even during pollination.

By d time africans wake up it might be too late, most of the food that gets to the Nigerian market is pure Gold casted among swine.....

The average poor farmer will spot a fertile land, slash it, and cultivate it without the use of a single pesticide ......... WHAT ELSE IS THE DEFINITION OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE

If only those produce can get to people that values it,
They just tell u to let the rains to deal with it, most times @ my farm 2 days heavy downpour rids the farm of army worm, not only my farm but every other persons farm

I save my insecticides till drought period

betabread:
By d time africans wake up it might be too late, most of the food that gets to the Nigerian market is pure Gold casted among swine.....

The average poor farmer will spot a fertile land, slash it, and cultivate it without the use of a single pesticide ......... WHAT ELSE IS THE DEFINITION OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE

If only those produce can get to people that values it,
They just tell u to let the rains to deal with it, most times @ my farm 2 days heavy downpour rids the farm of army worm, not only my farm but every other persons farm

I save my insecticides till drought period

Bro, don't wait for rain before t
getting rid of that stubborn pest off your plant. Waiting for rain-cleansing may be too late. Armyworms attack the heart of maize plant, same spot that will birth the tassels and the cobs. Whatever affects that spots for too long a time wl have adverse effect on both the quality and quantity of cobs produced.
Like over fifteen years ago, nothing like armyworms in Nig, farmers can also plant veggies successfully without applying treatments...i remember I planted OPV cucumber without fungicides and staking, only insecticide, yet i had bumper harvest. But nowadays, so many strains of air and soil-borne diseases out there. The era of planting crops without applying treatments on the plants(especially those that are proned to disease infestation like cucumber, okra, tomatoes and peppper) is gone... except maybe for stuff like cassava,yam and the rest that don't need much treatments.
I had observed ways with which many farmers here find it hard to control that stubborn fall armyworm. Armyworms don't need those expensive multipurpose insecticides to get rid off. It secrets some sticky stuff that easily neutralize the effects of most insecticides.
However, the a.i in Caterpillar force has been proven to specifically combat larvae, caterpillar and every other worm-like pest effectively but it has little or no effect on those pests that fly or crawl with legs like ants. That's is the more reason why it's advisable to mix it with a general purpose insecticide like lamda, cyper etc during application. That's what I normally use, just focus your nozzle at the mouth of the maize stem for 1 or 2 seconds b4 moving to the next stand...i spray once and in some critical conditions twice , and I don't have any nightmares regarding armyworms infestation. Shalom.

Mrdellychy:
Bro, don't wait for rain before t
getting rid of that stubborn pest off your plant. Waiting for rain-cleansing may be too late. Armyworms attack the heart of maize plant, same spot that will birth the tassels and the cobs. Whatever affects that spots for too long a time wl have adverse effect on both the quality and quantity of cobs produced.
Like over fifteen years ago, nothing like armyworms in Nig, farmers can also plant veggies successfully without applying treatments...i remember I planted OPV cucumber without fungicides and staking, only insecticide, yet i had bumper harvest. But nowadays, so many strains of air and soil-borne diseases out there. The era of planting crops without applying treatments on the plants(especially those that are proned to disease infestation like cucumber, okra, tomatoes and peppper) is gone... except maybe for stuff like cassava,yam and the rest that don't need much treatments.
I had observed ways with which many farmers here find it hard to control that stubborn fall armyworm. Armyworms don't need those expensive multipurpose insecticides to get rid off. It secrets some sticky stuff that easily neutralize the effects of most insecticides.
However, the a.i in Caterpillar force has been proven to specifically combat larvae, caterpillar and every other worm-like pest effectively but it has little or no effect on those pests that fly or crawl with legs like ants. That's is the more reason why it's advisable to mix it with a general purpose insecticide like lamda, cyper etc during application. That's what I normally use, just focus your nozzle at the mouth of the maize stem for 1 or 2 seconds b4 moving to the next stand...i spray once and in some critical conditions twice , and I don't have any nightmares regarding armyworms infestation. Shalom.

Thanks for the advise,

I was only emphasising my experience cultivating maize off season and on season......

As a matter of fact i fear poor farmers siting their farms close by mine, a simple 2 plot untreated maize farm around the viconity of ur farm will mean u spend heavily on insectocides but off season when nobody farms maize, one round of laraforce + catapilar force will give u peace of mind for 2 months if someone does not leave his maize or rice untreated

SEED RATE AND PLANT POPULATION IN MAIZE PRODUCTION 🌽

The seed rate for maize varies depending on seed size and desired plant population. Typically, a seed rate of *20-25 kg per hectare* is recommended to achieve an ideal population of *50,000 to 60,000 plants per hectare*.

Why Is Plant Population Important?

- Low plant population: This can lead to uneven plant stands, increased weed competition, and reduced yields due to excessive branching.
- High plant population: While higher populations can increase cob clearance, they may cause competition for water and nutrients, leading to stunted growth and poor yield quality.

The ideal maize population is around 55,000 plants per hectare. However, maize is quite adaptable and can perform well across a range of populations. A minimum of 45,000 and a maximum of 75,000 plants per hectare is recommended, with the higher end increasing the risk of competition and lodging, but also potentially offering greater yields.

- Row spacing: Maize is typically planted with row spacings between 60 and 90 cm. Narrower rows often yield a slight advantage (5-10%), but wider rows allow for easier management.

*How to Determine Seed Rate (SR)*

Farmers can calculate the required seeding rate using this formula:

Seed Rate (SR) = Desired plant density (DPD) * [100/germination percent (GP)] * [100 / (100 - average percent stand loss (APSL)]

Example:

Let’s assume a farmer is targeting a plant density of 55,000 plants per hectare with a germination rate of 90% and an average stand loss of 5%.

The SR calculation would be as follows:

SR = 55,000 * [100 / 90] * [100 / (100 - 5)]

SR = 55,000 * 1.11 * 1.052

SR = 64,308 seeds per hectare

Assuming the 1,000 grain weight for maize is approximately 0.28 kg, the actual amount of seed required would be:

= (64,308 * 0.28) / 1,000

= 18.00624 kg per hectare

This means that the farmer would need approximately 18 kg of maize seed per hectare to achieve the desired plant population.

Accurate seed rate calculations help maximize yield potential while minimizing seed wastage and resource competition!

Can anybody here talk about the disdvantages of modern farming methods especially modern maize farming methods........

After years of farming i can boldly tell anybody dat todays yeild is not the most important factor that determines a successful farm

[quote author=betabread post=132229342]Can anybody here talk about the disdvantages of modern farming methods especially modern maize farming methods........

Yes, they are so many disadvantages of modern maize farming methods.

Pesticides and Herbicides: The use of synthetic chemicals can lead to pesticide resistance in pests, harming beneficial insects and contaminating water supplies. Though pesticides comes with pre harvest interval.

The preharvest interval (PHI) is the wait time between a pesticide application and when a crop can be harvested.

It's best to go organic, which is why I will be going fully organic next year, getting my organic herbicide, pesticides and fertilizer from GREENYELWA

Food Safety: The use of chemicals and antibiotics in maize farming can contribute to health risks for consumers, including antibiotic resistance.

Nutritional Quality: Some argue that high-yield maize(hybrid) lack the nutritional quality of traditionally grown varieties, potentially affecting human health.

Debt and Financial Pressure: Farmers may incur significant debt to invest in modern maize cultivation technologies and inputs, leading to financial instability.

AMONG MANY DISADVANTAGES

[quote author=Esude007 post=132259202][/quote]Tell me more about Greenyelwa and where to find the products

Kehfie:
Tell me more about Greenyelwa and where to find the products

Greenyelwa is a company owned by Doctor Vincent Okpara, you can know more about them by visiting the website www.greenyelwa.com.

Attached are pictures of source of their oraginc fertilizer

Hervesting commenced on the 9th.

Sorry for not posting pictures of it.

I was sick and hospitalized for 3 days, so doctors advice I rest.

Yield comes from two things.

(1) the cob lenght

(2) The row number( frm 16 above)

Sorry to hear about your ill-health. Hope you are getting better. Best wishes for complete recovery.

Kehfie:
Tell me more about Greenyelwa and where to find the products

Call this number..08101723955( Mr Nnamdi )

He's manager Greenyelwa Nigeria Limited.

Greenyelwa is an organic fertilizer company.

They have many organic agro products.

Mr Nnamdi will explain better.

Kehfie:
Sorry to hear about your ill-health. Hope you are getting better. Best wishes for complete recovery.

Thanks for the prayers.

Anytime u call Mr Nnamdi, tell him Ezekiel from Nairaland gave u his number.

Esude007:
Hervesting commenced on the 9th.

Sorry for not posting pictures of it.

I was sick and hospitalized for 3 days, so doctors advice I rest.

Yield comes from two things.

(1) the cob lenght

(2) The row number( frm 16 above)

Sorry 4 ur ill health

U definitely had a good harvest

betabread:
Sorry 4 ur ill health

U definitely had a good harvest

By God's grace

Esude007:
Thanks for the prayers.

Anytime u call Mr Nnamdi, tell him Ezekiel from Nairaland gave u his number.

Thanks a lot.

[quote author=Esude007 post=132259202][/quote]Please, what was your spacing and how many seeds per hole. What was the total yield per acre with the variety used. Thanks

25cm apart...1 seed per hole.... I have manually threshed 26 bags and we are still threshing.

opes:
Please, what was your spacing and how many seeds per hole. What was the total yield per acre with the variety used. Thanks