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Unleashing the Power of High-Yielding Orange Maize Across Africa!
The new maize variety, KABAMANOJ F1, effectively addresses challenges like drought, disease, and climate change impacts. With a short cycle—105 days for dry grain, 70-80 days for grilled cob, and 85 days for silage—it matures quickly, enhancing its resilience to harsh climatic conditions. Yielding up to 10 tons per hectare, and with a potential of 12 tons per hectare, this protein-rich maize is ideal for both human consumption and poultry farming. Registered with ECOWAS, KABAMANOJ F1 adapts well to African climates, contributing significantly to food security and sustainable agriculture.
This technology is pre-validated.
Seed cost
Yield increased
Operation cost
Benefit
Unknown
Drought and Climate Change Effects:
Poor Yield:
Long Maturity Period:
Pests and Diseases Attacks:
Reduced Growth Cycle:
High Yields and Cob Characteristics:
Resistance to Stresses:
Disease Tolerance:
Nutrient-Rich and Climate Adaptation:
ECOWAS Registration:
For Seed multipliers:
Developing Kabamanoj F1 maize technology opens avenues for market expansion, driving demand and revenue growth. It establishes a pioneering stance in innovation and sustainability, fostering trust among customers and ensuring continuous advancement.
To effectively multiply seeds, stocking up on Foundation or Registered Seed is essential, depending on your role in the seed development process. The technology multiplication process does not entail the purchase of a license.
Potential customers include wholesale distributors supplying retailers, development projects, government agencies, and NGOs. Cultivating robust partnerships with wholesale distributor networks is pivotal for business success.
For Users:
Using Kabamanoj F1 technology enhances crop yields, bolsters disease resistance, and fortifies climate resilience while optimizing costs and offering environmental advantages. Embracing this technology elevates agricultural productivity, reduces expenses, and fosters environmental sustainability.
The cost structure, one Kg price of Kabamanoj F1 Orange Maize, is set at 110 USD/ha average cost of seeds for a farmer.
Account for delivery costs from Kenya to the project site, and consider import clearance and duties if applicable.
You need to estimate the profit realized with the use of the product.
Adults 18 and over: Positive high
Its increases yields, which boosts income and provides financial stability.
The poor: Positive high
Its helps lift communities out of food insecurity by providing a reliable crop that thrives in drought conditions.
Under 18: Positive medium
Its improves food security and nutrition for children, as the high yield and Vitamin A content of the maize contribute to better diets and health outcomes.
Women: Positive high
Its enhances their economic resilience, empowering them to contribute more to their households and communities, improving their social standing and financial independence.
Climate adaptability: Highly adaptable
It is specifically designed to perform well in drought-prone areas, making it highly adaptable to changing climate conditions.
Farmer climate change readiness: Significant improvement
It provides a sustainable alternative to traditional maize varieties that may fail during dry seasons, increasing farmers' ability to withstand climate-related challenges.
Biodiversity: No impact on biodiversity
Water use: A bit less water used
Soil quality: Reduces soil health and fertility
| Country | Testing ongoing | Tested | Adopted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benin | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Burkina Faso | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Cameroon | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Côte d’Ivoire | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Ghana | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Guinea | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Mali | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Nigeria | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Senegal | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Sierra Leone | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
| Togo | –No ongoing testing | –Not tested | Adopted |
This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones. Any zones shown in white are not suitable for this technology.
| AEZ | Subtropic - warm | Subtropic - cool | Tropic - warm | Tropic - cool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arid | – | |||
| Semiarid | – | – | ||
| Subhumid | – | – | – | – |
| Humid | – | – | – | – |
Source: HarvestChoice/IFPRI 2009
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that are applicable to this technology.
By increasing maize yields and providing a reliable source of food even in drought-prone area.
By empowering women farmers, who are often responsible for maize production in many African communities.
By reducing the reliance on water-intensive crops and enhancing resilience in the face of changing weather patterns, it supports climate mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Land Prep: Till and clear the land for optimal soil conditions.
Sowing: Plant 20 kg/ha of quality seeds with 0.80m row spacing and 0.20m plant spacing.
Weed Control: Manage weeds for nutrient efficiency and yield protection.
Irrigation: Ensure consistent moisture, especially in dry regions.
Fertilization: Apply fertilizers based on soil analysis and crop needs.
Pest & Disease Management: Employ integrated strategies for pest and disease control.
Harvest: Monitor maturity and harvest when cobs reach optimal size.
Last updated on 13 November 2024
This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones.
KABAMANOJ F1: High yield and drought tolerant orange maize hybrid
https://e-catalogs.taat-africa.org/com/technologies/kabamanoj-f1-high-yield-and-drought-tolerant-orange-maize-hybrid
Last updated on 13 November 2024, printed on 3 December 2024
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