Maize Grain and Fodder

Zea mays subsp. mays, known in some English-speaking countries as corn (meaning grain), is a large grain plant . After European contact with the Americas in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, explorers and traders carried zea mays back to Europe and introduced it to other countries. Corn plant spread to the rest of the world because of its ability to grow in diverse climates. Sugar-rich varieties called sweet corn are usually grown for human consumption.

Corn Growth Stage Development

Typical corn plants develop 20 to 21 total leaves, silk about 65 days after emergence, and mature around 125 days after emergence. The specific time interval, however, can vary among hybrids, environments, planting date, and location. The length of time between each growth stage, therefore, is dependent upon these circumstances. For example, an early maturing hybrid may produce fewer leaves or progress through the different growth stages at a faster rate than described here. In contrast, a late-maturity hybrid may develop more leaves and progress through each growth stage at a slower pace.

Almost all pest management decisions for corn are based on the vegetative stage. These are identified by the number of collars present on the corn plant. The leaf collar is the light-colored collar-like “band” located at the base of an exposed leaf blade, near the spot where the leaf blade comes in contact with the stem of the plant. Leaves within the whorl, not fully expanded and with no visible leaf collar are not included. For example, a plant with 3 collars would be called a V3 plant, however, there may be 6 leaves showing on the plant.

 

For more details concerning corn plant development refer to the "How a Corn Plant Develops" bulletin published by Iowa State University Extension.

Understanding the relationships between plants and their environment is essential to effective irrigation management. Plant characteristics important to irrigation management include total seasonal water use, daily crop water use, rate of plant development, and rooting depth. Important soil characteristics include water holding capacity, water intake rate, and the presence of any restrictive soil layers that might inhibit root penetration and/or water movement. Quantity and quality of the available water supply also must be considered. The objective of irrigation management is to provide supplemental water needed by the plant while maximizing the value of water.

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