DKS 3939
Corn
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A versatile high-starch hybrid designed for grain, silage, and renewable energy production.
Description
Stability and Versatility: The Potential of DKC 3939
In the segment of mid-maturing corn hybrids of American breeding, Monsanto's DKC 3939 holds a position as one of the most balanced solutions for intensive farming. Designed for temperate climate zones, this hybrid combines high technological performance with adaptability, making it a preferred choice for farms focused on both commercial grain production and the renewable energy sector.
The dent-type grain, combined with a high starch content (72%), allows DKC 3939 to perform efficiently across multiple applications. Growers value it not only for consistent grain yields but also for its suitability for high-quality silage, as well as its excellent performance in bioethanol and biogas production. This versatility turns the hybrid into a "transformer tool" for diversified agribusiness.
Agronomic Profile and Crop Protection
Monsanto's strength lies in its focus on resistance breeding, and DKC 3939 is no exception. The hybrid demonstrates high tolerance to common pathogens that threaten harvest:
- Comprehensive protection against main types of smut.
- Increased resistance to Fusarium ear and stalk rot pathogens.
- Suppression of Helminthosporium development, which is critical during warm and humid summers.
These characteristics allow for reduced pesticide reliance, making the cultivation technology more economically viable. When following the recommended seeding densities, the hybrid ensures optimal plant development, avoiding excessive competition within the stand and contributing to the formation of heavy, high-quality ears.
To reach target productivity levels, the originator recommends adhering to optimal density schemes adapted to the conditions of specific fields. DKC 3939 is predictable in its response to fertilizers and shows excellent dry-down rates during the ripening period, significantly simplifying harvest logistics and reducing grain drying costs.
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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. |
14-18 rows per hectare |
| Starch content, % | 72 |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | MONSANTO |
| Originator | MONSANTO |
| Country | USA |
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