Maize nutrition and bio stimulants in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
Kakinada farmers grow maize on deep alluvial and deltaic soils (season: Kharif (June to October) and Rabi (November to March)).
Maize farming in Kakinada
Two problems Kakinada growers keep an eye on in maize are white bud and poor cob filling. Pale to white new leaves in young maize are linked to zinc deficiency.
Maize is a heavy feeder of zinc, and white bud (pale, bleached young leaves) is the textbook sign it has run short. In Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, the soil is deep alluvial and deltaic soils. Alluvial delta soils are fertile, yet continuous crops and heavy water use deplete zinc over time.
Other crops grown around Kakinada include paddy and sugarcane, so plan sprays crop by crop rather than one schedule for the whole farm.
Recommended products for maize
| Product | Label dose |
|---|---|
| Navasiri Zinc 39.5% (Zinc-Oxy) | 1-1.5 ml per 1 litre of water |
| Navasiri Zinc 33% (Soil) | 5-10 kg per acre |
| Navasiri Soil Star | 5-10 kg per acre |
| Kohinoor | 2.5 ml per 1 litre of water |
| Mayura Gold | 4 kg per acre |
Stage-wise plan for Kakinada
Basal
Apply Navasiri Zinc 33% (Soil) or Soil Star at 5-10 kg per acre as per label.
Knee-high (25-30 days)
Foliar zinc if pale bands appear on young leaves.
Pre-tasseling
Keep nutrition balanced for cob size; avoid leaving micronutrients until grain filling.
Common maize problems
White bud
Pale to white new leaves in young maize are linked to zinc deficiency.
Poor cob filling
Hybrid maize pulls hard on soil micronutrients and shows it at cob stage.
Always follow the product label and consult your local agriculture officer. Results vary with soil, weather and management.
Maize questions from Kakinada farmers
Which bio stimulant or micronutrient is used for maize in Kakinada?
Farmers in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh commonly look at Navasiri Zinc 39.5% (Zinc-Oxy), Navasiri Zinc 33% (Soil), Navasiri Soil Star for maize. Doses on the label: Navasiri Zinc 39.5% (Zinc-Oxy): 1-1.5 ml per 1 litre of water; Navasiri Zinc 33% (Soil): 5-10 kg per acre; Navasiri Soil Star: 5-10 kg per acre. Always follow the label and check with your local agriculture officer.
What is the maize season in Kakinada?
Maize in Kakinada is typically grown in Kharif (June to October) and Rabi (November to March). Exact sowing dates depend on rainfall, irrigation and variety.
When should I spray micronutrients on maize?
Basal: Apply Navasiri Zinc 33% (Soil) or Soil Star at 5-10 kg per acre as per label. Knee-high (25-30 days): Foliar zinc if pale bands appear on young leaves.
How can I buy Navamitraa Agri Tech products in Kakinada?
Call or WhatsApp 9703278789 with your village, crop and acreage. The team will guide you on the right product and how to get supply in Kakinada.