Haraka WH301 Maize is an early-maturing certified hybrid maize variety developed for Kenyan farmers operating in short and unreliable rainfall seasons. It is well adapted to tropical low and mid altitudes (0–1200 masl), making it a dependable option where the rainfall window is as short as 2–2.5 months.
The variety combines strong drought tolerance, efficiency under low nitrogen conditions, and good disease tolerance, allowing farmers to achieve stable yields even under constrained inputs. With semi-flint, heavy grains, Haraka WH301 is suitable for both household consumption and market-oriented grain production.
Haraka WH301 Maize Seeds – Planting Guide
- Seed Type: Hybrid maize seed
- Agro-Ecological Zone: Tropical low and mid altitudes (0–1200 masl)
Plant Spacing: 75 cm × 30 cm - Maturity Period: 90–120 days
- Seed Rate per Acre: 8–10 kg
- Yield Potential: 6.5–7.0 MT/HA under good agronomic practices
- Grain Type: Semi-flint, heavy grains
- Disease & Stress Tolerance:
- Good tolerance to Maize Streak Virus (MSV)
- Tolerant to Grey Leaf Spot (GLS) and blight
- Tolerant to drought and low nitrogen conditions
- Fertilizer Application:
- Apply DAP at planting
- Top-dress with CAN or Urea at knee-high stage, depending on soil fertility
- Climate & Soil Suitability: Best suited for short-season rainfall areas, warm temperatures, and well-drained soils common in Kenya’s low- and mid-altitude maize zones.
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