Maize is largely cultivating using traditional methods and contaminated varieties. Observations, visits, surveys and experiences revealed that maize yields are less than expected potential in the hills. Nitrogen deficiency, low plant population, poor supply of external inputs, poor crop management, and lacking of suitable inter-cropping practices in the farmers' field were the possible causes of low productivity…………….

Maize is largely cultivating using traditional methods and contaminated varieties. Observations, visits, surveys and experiences revealed that maize yields are less than expected potential in the hills. Nitrogen deficiency, low plant population, poor supply of external inputs, poor crop management, and lacking of suitable inter-cropping practices in the farmers' field were the possible causes of low productivity…………….