H 520 Maize is an early-maturing hybrid maize variety developed for farmers operating in medium rainfall environments. It performs well under a wide temperature range (12°C–30°C) and delivers stable yields where rainfall ranges between 800–1500 mm.
H 520 Maize variety combines good disease tolerance, excellent husk cover, and durable flint kernels, making it suitable for both field performance and post-harvest grain quality. H 520 Maize is a practical option for farmers seeking certified maize seeds in Kenya that mature early and perform reliably in recommended regions.
H 520 Maize Seeds – Planting Guide
- Seed Type: Hybrid maize seed
- Crop Variety: H 520
- Category: Maize
- Recommended Rainfall: 800–1500 mm
- Recommended Temperature Range: 12°C – 30°C
- Maturity Period: 120–130 days (early maturing)
- Yield Potential: 32 bags per acre (90 kg bags)
- Grain & Plant Characteristics:
- Flint kernel type
- Excellent husk cover
- Disease Tolerance:
- Tolerant to Grey Leaf Spot (GLS)
- Tolerant to leaf blight
- Tolerant to rust
- Recommended Growing Areas:
- Bungoma
- Kakamega
- Bumula
- Lanet












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