CORN (MAIZE) & BIOFUEL CORN NaanDanJain has many years’ experience with corn irrigation. Modern irrigation can increase the productivity of the crop for higher yields, using less water and fertilizers. Corn is one of the crops that can be used for biofuel production. The economic considerations of biofuel farming can be justified by adopting advanced irrigation technology. The following information will help you to maximize corn yields and income. Maize is a grain that was first grown by the indigenous peoples of Central America in prehistoric times. Today maize is the most widely cultivated...

PLANTING Minimum temperature for germination: 8°C, emergence after 16-20 days. Optimum temperature for germination: 20°C, emergence after 5-6 days. Desired plant density to achieve maximal yields: 65,000-80,000 plants per hectare. Plant density should be lowered to 50,000-70,000 plants per hectare when the growing season extends into the winter. This is done in order to achieve thicker stalks, which are more wind and rain resistant, during the season. When grown for silage, plant density may be increased to as high as 120,000 plants per hectare. It is common practice to plant two rows of maize...

SOIL PROFILE FILLING AND GERMINATION • Before planting maize, the soil moisture level must be kept at field capacity, up to a depth of 1.2 m. • A continuous supply of moisture must be maintained along all soil layers during the sprouting and rooting periods. This can be controlled via proper irrigation during these periods. Insufficient irrigation will result in the poor establishment of the seminal & supporting roots system(nodal roots), increasing the probability of plant lying down . • The maize root system is adversely affected by high soil temperatures, salinity and compactness, low levels...

FERTILIZATION Corn is a heavy consumer of nutrients. Sufficient fertilization will ensure the quality and quantity of the crop. Corn fertilization should be based on soil tests. Crop requirement: Nutrient removal kg/ha

NAANDANJAIN SOLUTIONS FOR CORN IRRIGATION NaanDanJain provides a wide range of solutions for drip irrigation of corn. These range from thin-walled dripline (for seasonal use) to thick-walled dripline (for multi-seasonal use), PC and non - PC drippers. Installation may be done above surface or subsurface. Our system is fully mechanized for laying and retrieval. Hydraulic retrieving mechine ,2.0m reel THIN-WALLED DRIPLINE Thin-walled dripline system for seasonal use, providing maximum performance at minimum cost. Excellent for biofuel crops at low energy requirement and efficient irrigation. Can...

AmnonDrip Thick-walled, pressure-compensating, flat dripline for maximum accuracy at variable topography and long laterals. The integrated Cascade labyrinth provides strong self-cleaning turbulence with the best clog resistance in the market. Wall thickness: 0.63-1.2 mm (25—45 mil) Diameter: 16—23 mm Flow rate: 1.1, 1.6, 2,2 l/h Naan PC Heavy-duty, pressure-compensating cylindrical dripper for maximum accuracy in variable topography and long laterals for multiple uses. Excellent for rolling, due to the cylindrical structure of the pipe. Wall thickness: 0.9—I.2 mm (35 — 45 mil) Diameter: 16—20...

NaanDanJain is committed to finding the ideal solution for your corn crop, tailored to your local climatic conditions, soil and water properties and budget. Contact our office or your local dealer for further information. © 2010 NaanDanJain Ltd. All rights reserved. All specifications are subject to change without notice. All information should be used only as a guideline. For specific recommendations contact your local agronomist. NaanDanJain Irrigation (C.S.) Ltd. Post Naan 76829, Israel. T:+972-8-9442180, F:+972-8-9442190 E: [email protected] www.naandanjain.com