A hybrid high-yielding variety of maize has been introduced to farmers at Otareso, a farming community in the Akuapem North municipality of the Eastern Region. The cereal with the name, “Aburoo Legon” (Legacy 2), when cultivated at the appropriate farming season, is capable of yielding approximately nine tonnes of maize per hectare. It is the […]
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Otareso farmers in the Akuapem North district have been introduced to a new maize seed variety by the Legacy Crop Improvement Centre (LCIC), a local organisation that specialises in seed production, to increase yield and productivity. The maize seedling Legon Abro, also known as Legacy ‘2’, has been demonstrated to have higher yields, better resistance
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The variety show is the annual event organized by Legacy Crop Improvement Centre (LCIC). The event creates a forum to showcase smart technologies (seeds) and related services at LCIC. The first – two variety shows were attended by high-profile personalities from academia, research institutions, seed associations, farmer groups, food processors, and other interested stakeholders. This
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It has yield potential of 2.5 ton per hectare and 65 days maturity after sowing. It is well adapted in all agro-ecological zones in Ghana. It has high oil content and is tolerant to thrips and maruca.
It has yield potential of 3 ton per hectare. It matures in 110 days after sowing. It has resistance to shattering; with only 5% of shattering. It contains 40% of protein, 18% oil, and 40% of carbohydrate.
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It is a single cross hybrid maize/corn with grain yield of 10 tons per hectare. It has 95 maturity days. It is useful for human consumption and industrial purposes. It performs in all agro-ecological zones in Ghana, Burkina Faso and Togo. It has good standability and husk cover. A farmer needs 8kg of LEGACY 17 seed
