H 629 Maize is a late-maturing hybrid maize variety developed for high-rainfall highland environments. It is designed for farmers targeting maximum grain yield, strong plant stability, and reliable disease tolerance in long-season maize-growing areas.
With excellent husk cover and strong resistance to lodging and major maize diseases, H 629 Maize performs consistently under intensive production systems. It is widely grown in Kenya’s highland maize belts and tea zones, making it a dependable choice for farmers seeking certified highland maize seeds in Kenya.
H 629 Maize Seeds – Planting Guide
- Seed Type: Hybrid maize seed
- Crop Variety: H 629
- Category: Maize
- Recommended Rainfall: 800–1500 mm
- Maturity Period: 160–210 days (late maturing)
- Yield Potential: 48 bags per acre (90 kg bags) under good agronomic practices
- Plant & Grain Characteristics:
- Good husk cover
- Very tolerant to lodging
- Disease Tolerance:
- Tolerant to ear rot
- Tolerant to rust
- Tolerant to stem and leaf blight
- Recommended Growing Areas:
- Kenya: Trans-Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, Laikipia, Kisii, Narok, Kakamega, Nandi, Kericho, Bungoma, Bomet
- Tea zones of Central Kenya: Nyeri, Kiambu, Meru, Nyahururu
- Highland regions: Mt. Elgon slopes, Mt. Kenya slopes
- Southern Highlands of Tanzania












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