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DN Rostok
Corn
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Ripening
140-160 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint
Use Direction
Grain, Silage
About product
A robust mid-late hybrid offering high resistance to pests and diseases, optimized for both grain and silage production.
Ripening
140-160 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint
Use Direction
Grain, Silage
Description
Technical Profile of the DN Rostok Hybrid
DN Rostok is a mid-late simple maize hybrid developed by the Institute of Grain Crops of the Steppe Zone of the NAAS. Its breeding focus is centered on stability and adaptability within the challenging climate of Ukraine. With a maturity cycle of 140–160 days, it is designed for maximum biomass accumulation, making it a reliable solution for both grain production and high-quality silage.
Grain Morphology and Phytosanitary Resilience
The flint-type grain structure provides excellent physical integrity, which is essential for storage and feed value. Genetic resistance is deeply integrated into this hybrid, providing a robust defense against major agronomic threats:
- Head smut and common smut: Built-in tolerance reduces reliance on intensive fungicide programs.
- Fusarium: The dense grain architecture creates a natural barrier against fungal infection.
- Pest resistance: The hybrid has been bred to minimize attractiveness to the European corn borer and cotton bollworm, simplifying field pest management protocols.
Field Management Recommendations
To maximize the potential of DN Rostok, a planting density of 55,000–60,000 plants per hectare is advised. This spatial arrangement is optimized to balance vegetative growth with ear development, ensuring that the plant manages soil moisture and nutrient uptake effectively throughout its extended development cycle. It remains a versatile choice for farmers looking for a reliable, multi-purpose hybrid.
Crop & resistance
Disease resistance
Pest resistance
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| Ripening | 140-160 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. |
55-60 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Originator | DU «ISG steppe zone NAAN» |
| Country | Ukraine |
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