At Ciira Agrovet, we understand that maximizing your crop yield is paramount to your success. That’s why we offer a range of top-performing DK maize seeds, meticulously selected to thrive in Kenya’s diverse agro-ecological zones.
This guide explores five of our most popular DK hybrid maize varieties, highlighting their key features and ideal growing conditions:
DK777: Championing High Yields in Mid-Altitude Regions (1200-1900 meters a.s.l.)
- Maturity: 130-150 Days
- Yield Potential: 40-44 Bags/Acre
Benefits:
- Exceptional yield potential
- Reduced losses from stem/root lodging and cob/ear rot
- Well-suited for mechanical harvesting
- Minimizes cob rot incidences
DK8031: Thriving in Lower Altitudes (700-1100 meters a.s.l.)
- Maturity: 90-110 Days
- Yield Potential: 28-32 Bags/Acre
Benefits:
- Excellent drought tolerance
- Consistent yield performance across various environments
- Minimizes losses from ear/cob rot
- Boosts overall yield
DK8033: A Powerhouse for Mid-Altitude Farming (800-1200 meters a.s.l.)
- Maturity: 110-120 Days
- Yield Potential: 34-36 Bags/Acre
Benefits:
- Superb drought tolerance
- Delivers consistent yields across diverse environments
- High-yielding capabilities
- Reduces losses from stem/root lodging and cob/ear rot
DK90-89: Unlocking Potential in High-Altitude Regions (1200-1700 meters a.s.l.)
- Maturity: 120-130 Days
- Yield Potential: 40-44 Bags/Acre
Benefits:
- Exceptional yield potential
- Consistent performance across various environments
- Minimizes cob rot incidences
- Reduces losses from stem/root lodging
- Ideal for both silage and green maize production
DK7500: The All-rounder for Silage and Grain (1200-1800 meters a.s.l.)
- Maturity: Silage 115-125 Days / Grain 125-135 Days
- Yield Potential: Silage – 23-25 tons/acre / Grain – 9-10 tonnes/ha (40-44 bags/acre)
Benefits:
- Highly digestible silage, ideal for animal feed
- Excellent source of Vitamin A
- High starch content for optimal energy production
- Delivers high yields
- Tolerates high plant population density
- Well-suited for mechanical harvesting
- Minimizes cob rot incidences
Finding the Perfect Seed for Your Farm
With Ciira Agrovet, you have access to expert guidance to choose the DK maize seed variety best suited to your specific location, altitude, and farming goals. Visit your nearest Ciira Agrovet store or contact our team today to unlock your harvest potential!
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