Ife maizehyb-1 (LW 0618-42)

Crop Name: Maize

National Code: NGZM-12-98

Variety Name: Ife maizehyb-1

Original Name: LW 0618-42

Outstanding Characteristics: High protein content (9- 12%), high yield, good seed quality. (5.6-6t/ha)

Agroecological Zones: Derived and Southern Guinea Savanna

Origin/Source: IITA, Ibadan

Developing Institute: IITA, Ibadan & IAR&T Ibadan

Breeder(s)/Collaborators: Dr. S.A. Olakojo, Dr. A. Menkir, Dr. S.O. Ajala, Prof. B.A. Ogunbodede, C.A. Awe & ADPs

Potential Yield (t/ha): 6

Year of Release: 2012

Year of Registration: 2012