o Holes for planting seeds are dug in rows about 1m apart using hoes, pangas or tractor driven planters.
o Fertilizer is put in holes and mixed with soil.
o Maize is planted by hand or tractor driven planters.
o Nitrate fertilizers top dressing is applied when plants reach knee length.
o The maize is thinned to remove weak seedlings when it is about 15cm high and weeded.
o Maize takes 4-12 months to mature depending on altitude and seed variety.
o Maize is left to ripen and dry when standing on the farm.
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