keli Wang^1,2

1 Village Committee of Wushanxia Village, Wangzhai Town, Wuyi County, Wuyi, 321205, Zhejiang, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou, 310021, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Maize Genomics and Genetics, 2025, Vol. 16, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/mgg.2025.16.0016
Received: 02 May, 2025    Accepted: 17 Jun., 2025    Published: 05 Jul., 2025

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Wang K.L., 2025, Insights into environmental factors affecting maize growth, Maize Genomics and Genetics, 16(4): 167-181 (doi: 10.5376/mgg.2025.16.0016)

 

This study systematically explores the impact of various environmental factors on maize growth, focusing on the roles of climate, soil characteristics, and biotic interactions in maize yield and health. The findings indicate that temperature fluctuations and changes in precipitation patterns due to climate change, particularly heat and drought stress, pose significant challenges to maize growth. Additionally, soil nutrient content and pH directly affect root development and water-use efficiency, impacting crop health and productivity. Biotic factors, such as pests, diseases, and beneficial microbes, also have a substantial influence on maize growth. A practical case study from Wushanxia Village, Zhejiang Province, demonstrates that integrating high-quality fresh maize varieties with advanced irrigation, fertilization, and conservation tillage practices can not only stabilize yields and improve product quality but also significantly enhance farmers’ income. This research provides both a theoretical foundation and practical insights for optimizing maize management strategies to support global food security.

Maize growth; Environmental factors; Climate impact; Sustainable agriculture; Soil management