How many bags of fertlizer are needed per hectare when growing maize?

The amount of fertilizer needed per hectare for maize can vary based on soil fertility, crop variety, and specific nutrient requirements. Generally, a common recommendation is between 200 to 300 kg of nitrogen (N) fertilizer per hectare. This typically translates to about 4 to 6 bags of a standard fertilizer with a high nitrogen content, depending on the formulation (e.g., urea or ammonium nitrate). It's essential to conduct a soil test for precise recommendations tailored to the specific growing conditions.