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DK Velès
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
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About product
A reliable, high-performing dent hybrid featuring adaptable seeding rates and excellent resistance to key maize diseases.
FAO
90–1240
Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
Description
Field performance: Practical insights
Choosing the «DK Veles» hybrid from the Institute of Steppe Agriculture means opting for operational efficiency. As a grower, you will appreciate the predictability of this simple dent-type hybrid. It consistently delivers results whether you are harvesting for grain or silage. With a maturity cycle of 120–140 days, it allows for precise scheduling of fieldwork, while its robust resistance to common smut significantly reduces the need for heavy fungicide applications.
Seeding density and adaptability
One of the key advantages of Veles is its versatility in seed rate planning. Depending on your soil moisture levels and management practices, you can adjust your sowing density as follows:
- 45–50k plants/ha: Ideal for moisture-stressed regions (extensive farming).
- 50–55k plants/ha: Balanced approach for standard conditions.
- 80–85k up to 90k plants/ha: Intensive model for irrigated or high-fertility fields to maximize yield potential.
From an operational standpoint, this hybrid is low-maintenance. The dent grain is easy to thresh, which allows for smooth combine settings, saving fuel and time during the harvest window. Its strong genetic profile ensures structural integrity, making field management straightforward and reliable throughout the season.
Crop & resistance
Disease resistance
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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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| Ripening | 120-140 days |
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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. |
45-50 thousand pcs/ha, 50-55 thousand pcs/ha, 80-85 thousand pcs/ha, 85-90 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Originator | DU «ISG steppe zone NAAN» |
| Country | Ukraine |
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