DKC4014
Corn
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A versatile high-starch hybrid with robust genetic resistance to key corn pathogens.
Description
A Reliable Choice for Diversified Farming
The DKS4014 corn hybrid, developed by the industry leader Monsanto, occupies a strategic niche in the current agricultural market. Farmers seeking to balance risk with productivity often opt for this hybrid due to its multi-purpose utility, serving effectively both as a grain crop and for high-energy silage production. This versatility is a key asset for operations looking to hedge their output according to market demand.
Genetic Defense and Agronomic Profile
The strength of DKS4014 lies in its robust biological profile. Monsanto has engineered this hybrid to withstand significant environmental pressures, specifically targeting resistance to Fusarium and common smut (Ustilago maydis). By providing inherent protection against these pervasive pathogens, DKS4014 helps producers maintain yields even under challenging growing seasons without over-reliance on aggressive fungicide applications.
Grain Quality and Efficiency
As a simple hybrid, DKS4014 offers exceptional field uniformity, which simplifies harvest logistics and ensures predictable performance. The unique kernel type, characterized as 'popping corn,' combined with a 72% starch content, makes it a high-value product for diverse agricultural and food-processing applications. Whether for high-energy fodder or specific industrial uses, the starch concentration provides the necessary efficiency for consistent results.
- Hybrid Type: Simple.
- Use: Grain and Silage.
- Grain Type: Popping corn.
- Starch Content: 72%.
- Disease Resistance: Fusarium, Common Smut.
By selecting DKS4014, producers leverage Monsanto’s global expertise in maize genetics, ensuring that their fields are equipped with stable, high-performing, and disease-resistant germplasm.
Crop & resistance
Disease resistance
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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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| Starch content, % | 72 |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | MONSANTO |
| Country | USA |
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