Description

Qsoba – White OPV Non-GMO Maize Seed (Dual Purpose Hybrid)

Overview

Qsoba is a non-GMO, medium to long maturity white open-pollinated maize variety (OPV) designed for both irrigation and dry-land farming conditions. It delivers excellent yield potential, strong disease resistance, and versatile use for grain, silage, and green mealies, making it a reliable option for a wide range of farmers.

Key Benefits of Qsoba

• Non-GMO Open-Pollinated Variety (OPV)
  Allows farmers to retain seed while maintaining strong performance
• Excellent Yield Potential
  Performs well in both rain-fed and irrigated conditions
• Dual-Purpose Use
  Suitable for:
  • Grain production
  • Silage production
  • Green mealies (fresh consumption)
• High Prolificacy
  Produces two semi-flint ears per plant at moderate plant populations
• Strong Disease Resistance
  Reduces input costs and improves crop reliability

Product Features

Recommended Plant Population

• Dry-land (Rain-fed): Up to 40,000 plants/ha
• Irrigation: Up to 55,000 plants/ha

Optimising plant density improves both yield and cob development.

Utilisation

Qsoba is highly versatile and can be used for:

• Grain production (primary use)
• Silage production
• Green mealies (fresh market)

Agronomic Management Tips

• Plant early in fertile, well-prepared soils for best performance
• Moderate plant populations improve two-cob development per plant
• Suitable for both irrigated systems and dry-land farming
• Strong adaptability across different growing regions

Packaging Options

• Standard: 60 MK (60,000 maize kernels)
• Custom packaging available upon request

Why Choose Qsoba?

Qsoba offers a unique combination of seed-saving capability (OPV), high yield potential, and versatility. It is ideal for farmers who want a reliable, cost-effective maize variety that performs well across different conditions while supporting both commercial and household farming needs.

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