The effect of spacing and population on the performance of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.)

Abstract

An experiment was conducted to determine the performance of Kenaf cultivars under different spacings viz: 25cm x 10cm, 50cm x 10cm and 75cm x 10cm.  Although the spacing 50cm x 10cm earlier recommended is still in use, it was observed that there was a linear relationship between spacing, fibre and core weight yields and that the maximum yields were from the 75cm x 10cm spacing.  Conversely, the relationship between spacing, Kenaf height and stem diameter were not consistent