Table 1 Phenological stages of maize at which the SPAD values were recorded.
Phenological stages | Description | Phenological stages | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
V3 | Collar of 3rd leaf visible | R1 | Silking stage |
V5 | Collar of 5th leaf visible | R2 | Blister stage |
V7 | Collar of 7th leaf visible | R3 | Milk stage |
V8 | Collar of 8th leaf visible | R4 | Dough stage |
V10 | Collar of 10th leaf visible | R5 | Dent stage |
V12 | Collar of 12th leaf visible | R6 | Physiological maturity |
VT | Tasselling stage |
