Commodity: Maize
| Name of variety | SC719, Gyemedi |
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| Commodity | Maize |
| National Code | GH/Zm/008/16 |
| Origin/Source | SeedCo International |
| Applicant | CSIR-Crops Research Institute |
| Preferred Ecology | Southern Guinea Savannah and Northern Guinea Savannah. |
|---|---|
| Pedigree/Line | Proprietory |
| Year of release | 2016 |
| Year of registry | 2016 |
Stem anthocyanin coloration of internodes: Green;
Leaf habit: slightly recurved;
Plant height: 210 cm;
Ear height: 100 cm;
Tassel colour: Medium anthocyanin;
Grain type: Semi dent;
Grain colour: White;
Non tillering, plant height (210 cm), medium ear placement, excellent husk cover, pointed leaf tip, clear brace roots.
Days to Maturity: 115 - 120 days; Potential Grain yield: 12.8 t/ha; Pest/ Disease Tolerance: Tolerant to rust (Puccinia polysora), southern leaf blight (E. turcicum), Grey Leaf spot, Maize Streak Virus (MSV); High grain yield, large grain size; Nutrient Content: Oil 3.56%, Starch 55.99%, Protein 8.44%, Fibre 3.29%; Very good for Ga Kenkey, and good for Fanta Kenkey and Banku