Growth and yield of maize under different agroforestry systems exposed to varying cultural treatments in Mizoram, India

P. C. Vanlalhluna , U. K. Sahoo

Science Vision 11 (1), 11-15 | Published on 30 March 2011 |

Abstract

The growth and yield of maize under three multipurpose trees (Alnus nepalensis, Gmelina arborea and Melia azedarach) subjected to application of varying intensities of different mulches was evaluated during a 3-year period (2004-2006). Maize performed considerably well under Alnus nepslensis than under other trees and sole crop. Among the mulches, subabul leaf mulch brought increased yield (10 to 36%) in maize compared to sole crop and this increase was directly proportional to dose of mulch.

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