DN Hortitsia
Corn
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A robust Ukrainian hybrid featuring high disease resistance and excellent moisture release properties.
Description
Reliability of Ukrainian Breeding
The "DN Khortytsia" hybrid is the result of long-term research by the Institute of Grain Crops of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine. Amidst climate change and unpredictable moisture levels characteristic of Ukraine's steppe regions, this simple hybrid has established itself as a reliable choice for achieving stable grain yields.
Agronomic Profile and Resilience
This model is designed for intensive grain production. Its core value lies in its genetic resistance to the most common pathogens that annually threaten the profitability of corn fields:
- Strong resistance barrier against Fusarium.
- Resistance to common smut, ensuring cob integrity.
- Genetically determined defense against stalk rot, minimizing the risk of lodging during late harvesting.
Technical Specifications
The grain type is dent, which ensures excellent moisture release during maturation, allowing farmers to reduce post-harvest drying costs. With a FAO range of 90–1240, the hybrid offers a flexible solution across various agro-climatic zones of Ukraine. "DN Khortytsia" is a choice for farmers who prioritize locally adapted genetics, ensuring predictable performance when optimal cultivation technologies are applied.
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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 |
| Originator | DU «ISG steppe zone NAAN» |
| Country | Ukraine |
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