 | #TECHNOTIPS: Timely harvesting of corn |
 Corn ears are ready for harvest usually when the leaves of the husk start to dry. At this time, corn grains are already hard and well-glazed.For open-pollinated variety, select 150 - 200 ears for seed purposes before harvesting, using the following criteria: • from plants with the same ear height • big, uniform ears • free from pests and diseases • ears with the same distinct color after husking Timely harvesting is recommended to: • reduce the risk due to adverse weather conditions, • minimize severe postharvest losses, • prevent further development of ear fungi, and • minimize insect and rat damages. Enroll now at www.e-extension.gov.ph/elearning for free courses on agriculture and fisheries. Like and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@atiinteractive) for more tips on farming. (By; Jenny Rose Gabao, ATI-ISD) |
