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DA Sonka
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
Use Direction
Grain
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About product
Reliable grain hybrid of American breeding with high adaptability to planting density.
FAO
90–1240
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
Use Direction
Grain
Description
US Breeding for High Yields
The «DA Sonka» hybrid from DOW AgroSciences is a prime example of the American breeding school, focused on achieving maximum commercial grain yield. As a simple hybrid with a dent grain type, it has become a reliable tool for agricultural holdings and farms that prioritize stability and production efficiency.
Agronomic Performance and Potential
A key feature of this hybrid is its flexibility in seeding density. The recommended range of 50,000 to 75,000 plants per hectare allows growers to adapt seeding areas to specific soil fertility levels and moisture availability. The FAO range of 90–1240 underscores its specialization in grain production, which requires the farmer to strictly adhere to harvesting schedules to minimize field losses.
- Hybrid type: simple (ensures high crop uniformity).
- Use: grain production.
- Planting density: 50–75 thousand plants/ha depending on the field background.
The reputation of DOW AgroSciences as a global leader in agricultural technology ensures that «DA Sonka» undergoes multi-stage quality control. This minimizes the risks of poor germination and ensures even emergence, even under stressful weather conditions during the early growth stages.
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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... |
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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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Recommended Density
Recommended Density
Optimal productivity is achieved at a planting density of 4000-5500 plants/ha. Possible planting scheme: 300-500x40-80 cm. |
50-65 thousand pcs/ha, 65-75 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | DOW AgroSciences |
| Originator | DOW AgroSciences |
| Country | USA |
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