In this class, we'll explore maize planting's mechanization status and the machinery for full-cycle automation. We'll discuss the complete mechanization solution and its economic benefits. Maize, a labor-intensive crop, now benefits from technological progress enabling full-cycle mechanization.

We'll focus on the machinery for planting, fertilizing, weeding, harvesting, and post-harvest processing. Our discussion will identify challenges in mechanization and propose solutions. We'll emphasize the economic benefits, analyzing the potential ROI for farmers.

Lastly, we'll look at the development trends and tech prospects in maize production mechanization, identifying future impacts. By the end, you'll understand maize production mechanization, its benefits, and its future agricultural impact.

This  course is from SSTC Pilot Project-Strengthening the Resilience and Livelihoods of Vulnerable Smallholder Farmers to Climate-Related Risks in Sri Lanka (Phase II).