Maize Genomics and Genetics 2025, Vol.16, No.1, 1-9 http://cropscipublisher.com/index.php/mgg 1 Review Article Open Access Review of High-Efficiency Cultivation Techniques for Fresh-Eating Maize TaoZhong Jinhua Wucheng District Xiangtuo Family Farm, Jinhua, 321081, Zhejiang, China Corresponding author: 360733921@qq.com Maize Genomics and Genetics, 2025, Vol.16, No.1 doi: 10.5376/mgg.2025.16.0001 Received: 25 Nov., 2024 Accepted: 05 Jan., 2025 Published: 15 Jan., 2025 Copyright © 2025 Zhong, This is an open access article published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Preferred citation for this article: Zhong T., 2025, Review of high-efficiency cultivation techniques for fresh-eating maize, Maize Genomics and Genetics, 16(1): 1-9 (doi: 10.5376/mgg.2025.16.0001) Abstract Fresh-eating corn, as a crop of significant economic value, has seen its cultivated area expand globally in recent years. High-efficiency cultivation techniques are crucial for enhancing the yield and quality of fresh-eating corn while ensuring the efficient use of resources. This review systematically summarizes the growth characteristics of fresh-eating corn and the technical requirements for its high-efficiency cultivation. It focuses on key cultivation practices, including variety selection, sowing density, water and fertilizer management, and pest and disease control. Additionally, it explores the application of precision agriculture technologies in fresh-eating corn cultivation, such as precision irrigation and fertilization, and environmental monitoring based on big data. This manuscript also compares different cultivation models, such as single-season versus multi-season planting and greenhouse versus open-field cultivation, analyzing their regional adaptability and promotion strategies. The review highlights the contributions of high-efficiency cultivation techniques to soil health and eco-friendly agriculture. The study suggests that integrating multi-omics data with intelligent management technologies can further optimize cultivation practices and improve production efficiency in the future. This review provides theoretical support and practical guidance for advancing the high-efficiency production and sustainable development of fresh-eating corn. Keywords Fresh-eating corn; High-efficiency cultivation; precision agriculture; sustainable development; Regional application 1 Introduction Fresh-eating corn is a significant crop due to its high nutritional value and consumer demand. It is cultivated extensively in various regions, with techniques varying based on local environmental conditions and available resources. China currently has a fresh corn planting area of over 1.5 million hectares, making it the world's largest producer and consumer of fresh corn. The Yangtze River Delta region is densely populated and economically developed, making it one of the main planting areas for fresh corn in China and the largest fresh corn consumer market. Zhejiang Province started early in the cultivation and has developed rapidly of fresh corn. Its industrial development is at the forefront of the country, especially in terms of quality, leading the development direction of fresh corn in China.The economic value of fresh-eating corn is substantial, as it is a staple in many diets and a key ingredient in numerous food products. The cultivation of fresh-eating corn not only supports local economies but also contributes to food security by providing a reliable source of nutrition (Li et al., 2018). High-efficiency cultivation techniques are crucial for maximizing the yield and efficiency of fresh-eating corn production. These techniques include optimized nutrient management, water use efficiency improvements, and innovative planting methods such as ridge-furrow systems and plastic mulching. Such practices have been shown to significantly enhance grain yield, water use efficiency, and nutrient uptake, thereby increasing overall productivity and sustainability of maize cultivation (Li et al., 2019). For instance, integrating density and fertilizer management can optimize biomass accumulation and nutrient distribution, leading to higher yields (Bai and Gao, 2020). Additionally, techniques like drip irrigation and plastic mulching have been effective in arid regions, improving water use efficiency and economic returns (Zhang et al., 2017). This study reviews and synthesizes recent advances in efficient cultivation techniques of fresh corn, focusing on how to improve yield and resource utilization efficiency through efficient management. Through the systematic sorting and analysis of various innovative cultivation techniques, it provides effective technical strategies and
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