SC Simba 61

SC Simba 61 – High-Yield Silage Maize

SC Simba 61 is a medium-maturing, high-yielding yellow hybrid maize variety, specially bred for silage production. With good tolerance to Grey Leaf Spot (GLS), this variety ensures healthier crops and higher productivity.

Key Characteristics:

✔ Maturity: Medium
✔ Type: Yellow hybrid
✔ Purpose: High-yield silage variety
✔ Disease Tolerance: Good resistance to Grey Leaf Spot (GLS)
✔ Yield Potential: 40–45 bags per acre (90kg bags)

Planting Recommendations

✅ Altitude: Suitable for mid to high-altitude regions
✅ Planting Spacing: 75 cm between rows, 25 cm between plants
✅ Seed Rate: 8–10 kg per acre
✅ Fertilizer Application:

• At planting: Apply DAP (50kg per acre)
• Top dressing: Apply CAN/Urea at knee height and before tasseling
  ✅ Water Requirements: Requires adequate moisture, especially during germination, flowering, and grain filling stages
  ✅ Weed & Pest Control: Regular weeding and scouting for common maize pests (e.g., fall armyworm)

Optimal Growing Conditions

🌱 Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile loam soils with a pH of 5.5–7.0
🌞 Climate: Performs well in warm to moderate climates with reliable rainfall or irrigation
💧 Irrigation: Recommended during dry periods to support optimal growth

SC Simba 61 is an excellent choice for farmers looking to maximize silage output while ensuring crop health and disease resistance.