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Gerdine
Corn
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Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Dent
Use Direction
Silage
About product
A reliable choice for high-nutritional-value silage with excellent digestibility metrics.
Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Dent
Use Direction
Silage
Description
German Breeding for Silage Excellence
Amidst the fierce competition in the maize hybrid market, the 'Gerdine' variety from the German producer Farmsaat occupies a niche as a specialized solution for livestock farms. Its focus on high-quality silage production defines its genetic profile and agronomic traits. Unlike universal hybrids, the breeding of Gerdine has been centered on maximizing biomass yield and fiber digestibility, which are crucial factors for the dairy industry.
Agronomic Profile
Gerdine is a mid-to-late maturing variety with a vegetation period of 120 to 140 days. Its dent-type grain, combined with robust vegetative growth, allows for excellent dry matter content by harvest time. The recommended planting density of 70,000–75,000 plants per hectare is optimized to unlock the variety's potential, ensuring a balance between high yield and standability.
Why Choose Farmsaat
German genetics from Farmsaat are renowned for their adaptability to diverse European agro-climatic conditions. For growers, Gerdine offers consistency and predictable performance. The variety shows stable development across various soil types, provided that sowing dates and densities are managed according to the guidelines. Utilizing this variety allows farmers to build a reliable silage cycle, minimizing energy losses during storage and feeding for cattle.
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| Ripening | 120-140 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. |
70-75 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | FARMSAAT AG |
| Country | Germany |
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