Abstract:
This manual introduces the key features of QPM, its nutritional benefits
and importance, and techniques of production. It gives an updated information
about the QPM varieties that are available for commercial production and their
agro-ecological adaptation areas in the country, together with the agronomic
practices required for grain and seed production. It also include a brief accounts of
management of the most important pests attacking maize. The manual has been
prepared to assist agricultural extension staff at grassroots level to train and advice
farmers by explaining in simple terms about QPM technology and its nutritional
benefits, and to concisely describe production techniques. It also enables to
communicate a uniform and consistent messages to farmers and consumers in
training and field days across the country.
