AMG, a leading indigenous producer and distributor of high-performance fertilizers has launched, the most advanced Maize seeds - SC 719 hybrid into the market for Farmers.

In a statement, the Managing Director of AMG Fertilizers, Ernest Akwasi Appiah described the hybrid, as a more improved seed over other traditional varieties, yielding bigger crops.

He explained that the SC719 seed is a late-maturing seed, ranging between 115-120 days.

“The Maize seed – SC719, imported by AMG Fertilizers is developed for drought and all other weather conditions. It has demonstrated to do extremely well, in hot weather conditions and even, in times, when there is little rainfall.

 “This new variety has no or very minimal percentage of diseases, making it more productive for Farmers,” he said.

Mr Appiah also indicated that framers who use this variety of seed can be certain that, they have chosen a seed line, that can better deal with the changing climate.

“The stress tolerance of the seed has been improved and enhanced, in our quest to import and introduce seeds that align with our climate conditions. We have no doubt it will develop a better plant type that would grow in any culture or environment, yet still be more productive.

“In a period where resiliency and sustainability are at the center of farm growth, the Maize seeds – SC719, have come at a more appropriate time, as outcomes from continuous trials, has demonstrated the ability of the seeds, to produce the right quantity of yield, even with lower fertilizer application and less water,” he stated.

The Maize seeds have proven to deliver high productivity and profitability for the farmer, which is essential for agriculture value chain partnerships, towards sustainability, creating opportunities and solidifying networks among value chain such as input suppliers, farmers, marketers, manufacturers, traders, consumers, and others.”

The SC719 Maize seeds is currently available in all Input dealer shops across the sixteen (16) Regions. We encourage Maize farmers to look out for it, when purchasing.

AMG Fertilizers is the largest locally owned manufacturer and distributor of enhanced efficiency and advanced crop nutrition performance fertilizers in the country.

AMG finds satisfaction in providing small scale/large-scale farmers with a crop nutrition product/strategy that guarantees them high yields, through the adaptation of cheaper but very cost effective crop nutrition combinations.

Established in 2012, and with one of the strongest local presence, AMG also prides itself as a leader in the field of specialty fertilizers, with its continuous innovative development of wide ranges of quality fertilizer products and related services.

AMG also specializes in the distribution of Agrochemicals and Farm tools across the country. It provides enhanced services, High quality Agrochemicals (fertilizers, weedicides, insecticides, etc).

The firm also undertakes training programs for farmers to enable them increase their yields through the production of quality headline input like Cocoa Nti- a 100% cocoa fertilizer, enriched with plant nutrients capable of sustaining the lifespan of cocoa trees, ensuring high yield and high productivity.

AMG Fertilizers aim at improving nutrient efficiency, yielding healthier crops, increasing farmer returns and changing livelihoods of farmers to ensure food security and sustainable development.