Celsius
Corn
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A powerful fungicidal shield for seeds that ensures rapid, uniform emergence and protects against smut diseases.
Description
Professional Seed Protection
Establishing a healthy crop starts with the quality of the seed treatment. «Celest» from Syngenta is a specialized solution designed for agricultural producers who prioritize high yields and uniform crop emergence. Given the characteristics of dent corn hybrids (FAO 90–1240) grown for grain production, protection during the germination stage is essential to protect the genetic potential of the crop.
Targeted Disease Control
Field experience shows that early-season pathogens can significantly compromise plant density. «Celest» acts as a robust barrier against key threats, specifically:
- Head smut of corn and sorghum;
- Stem smut.
By effectively eliminating these threats, the product ensures that the plant allocates all its energy to root development and vegetative growth rather than fighting off early-stage infections. This is particularly important for commercial grain operations where stand uniformity directly dictates the efficiency of future mechanized harvesting.
Why Agronomists Choose Syngenta
The reliability of the Swiss-engineered formulation makes «Celest» a preferred choice for large-scale operations. The product adheres perfectly to the grain surface, providing long-lasting coverage that remains active in the soil environment. Integrating this fungicide into your pre-planting sequence minimizes biological risks, providing a consistent and safe start for every seed in the field.
Crop & resistance
Crop
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FAO
FAO
Corn hybrids are classified by maturity groups and by the FAO number. All corn hybrids are distributed according to the FAO scale. Under Central European conditions, a difference of 10 FAO units between hybrids results in a 1-2 day difference in their maturity. The higher the FAO... |
90–1240 |
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Kernel Type
Kernel Type
Dent corn (Zea mays indentata) — Large, elongated, flat kernels. The endosperm is horny on the sides of the kernel, mealy in the center and at the top. A depression forms at the top of the kernel upon ripening. Dent corn is the most widely cultivated group among others. Plants ty... |
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Use Direction
Use Direction
Dual-purpose hybrids: for silage and grain in all growing regions. These are "stay-green" type hybrids, meaning the plants remain green for a longer period. However, this does not affect the sugar, cellulose, and hemicellulose content, nor the degree of lignification of the plant... |
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| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | Syngenta |
| Country | Switzerland |
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