When a maize plant is attacked by the fungus Ustilago maydis, tumor-like tissue growths occur at the site of infection. How the pathogen causes this response in its host has long been unknown. But a ...

The rains are here and farmers are busy. Maize farmers should understand the growth and development of the plant to do proper crop husbandry to maximise yields. Although farmers have no control of ...

Maizetech’s Robert Duncan takes up the story: “Late season frosts could still severely damage plants that break through the plastic over the coming weeks. “The optimum planting period for maize in ...

A cover crop can either become an asset or an expense. The difference lies in selecting species that work with your soils, ...

One of the most important agricultural activities in Kenya contributing to food security is maize farming. According to Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (Kalro), maize, ...