Maydica, founded by L. Fenaroli in 1956, is dedicated to publishing high-quality original
research, review articles, communications, and case studies in the field of genetics, genomics, molecular
biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physiology, breeding, and agronomy of maize and related
species. Starting with volume 56, Maydica is being published using an open access publication model, meaning that all interested readers
will be able to freely access the Journal on line, without the need for subscription.