Farmrock
Corn
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A high-performance grain hybrid from Germany, designed for excellent dry-down and consistent yields.
Description
Engineered for Grain Yield and Stability
The «Farmrock» maize hybrid by the German breeder Farmsaat is a strategic choice for producers prioritizing consistent grain output. With an FAO rating of 260, this hybrid is designed to perform reliably in moderate climate conditions, offering the stability that professional farmers demand during the growing season.
Agronomic Strengths and Field Performance
Featuring a flint-dent grain type, Farmrock excels in moisture release, allowing for efficient harvesting and reduced post-harvest drying costs. Being a simple hybrid, it offers remarkable uniformity across the field, which optimizes mechanical harvesting processes and ensures a consistent crop structure from early development through to maturity.
Best Practices for Optimal Results
- Seeding Density: To ensure maximum yield potential, we recommend a final harvest density of 80,000 to 90,000 plants per hectare. This spacing is calculated to minimize competition for nutrients and water, allowing each cob to fill to its full capacity.
- Field Application: Specifically bred for grain production, Farmrock thrives in intensive farming systems. Its robust genetic background provides the resilience needed to overcome standard environmental stressors, keeping your harvest goals on track.
By leveraging the precise German genetics of Farmsaat, growers can count on high-quality grain and predictable field performance. Whether integrated into a large-scale commercial rotation or a specialized farm plan, Farmrock serves as a dependable cornerstone of agricultural productivity.
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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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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... |
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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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Recommended Density
Recommended Density
Optimal productivity is achieved at a planting density of 4000-5500 plants/ha. Possible planting scheme: 300-500x40-80 cm. |
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| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | FARMSAAT AG |
| Originator | FARMSAAT AG |
| Originator | Freiherr Von Moreau Saatzucht |
| Originator | Ludwig Feldmeier |
| Originator | Feldmeier Ludwig |
| Patent holder | FARMSAAT AG |
| Patent holder | Strube Gmbh&Co.Kg |
| Country | Germany |
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