Effect of integrated nutrient management of growth and yield attributes of hybrid maize (Zea mays L.)

Abstract

Field experiment was conducted at Farmer’s field, Koothampoondi Village, Anthiyur Taluk, Erode District, Tamil Nadu to study the effect of integrated nutrient management on growth, yield and economics of maize. The experiment was laid out in Randomized Block Design with ten treatments replicated thrice by using maize hybrid NK6240. Among the various treatments, the application of 100% Recommended Dose of Fertilizer + vermicompost @ 5 t ha-1 + seed treatment (Azospirillum) @ 600 g ha-1 + soil application (Azospirillum) @ 2000 g ha-1 (T9) recorded maximum growth, yield attributes, yield and economics.