Name of the Company       : SURYA SEEDS, ATTUR       

Crop                                 : HYBRID MAIZE 

Variety/Hybrid                  : SURYA 999

Can be grown in Kharif & Rabi

Duration 120 to 125 days

Suited to all districts of Tamil Nadu except hilly regions

Plant protection should be taken for borers &  sucking pests.

Moderately tolerant to downy mildew & leaf blight.

Attractive orange yellow grain, semi flint, bold sized grains,

purple shank, attractive cylindrical, long and girthy ears with 16-18 rows

REACTION TO PEST AND DISEASES

Plant protection should be taken for borers & sucking pests.

Moderately tolerant to downy mildew & leaf blight.

SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS

Not suitable for hilly regions.

Remarks of the High Level Committee:

Advised the company to distribute only in Salem, Villupuram, Perambalur and Cuddalore districts.