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HF 0860
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Ripening
90-100 days, 100-120 days
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Yellow-Orange, Sugar
About product
An Austrian sweet corn hybrid offering exceptional taste, uniform grain quality, and high marketability.
FAO
90–1240
Ripening
90-100 days, 100-120 days
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Yellow-Orange, Sugar
Description
Genetic Potential and Maturation Dynamics
The HF 0860 sweet corn hybrid, developed by the Austrian breeding company Saatbau, is specifically engineered for the professional vegetable production market. Unlike field corn, this hybrid prioritizes biochemical composition and sugar accumulation rates. With an FAO rating ranging from 90 to 1240, it demonstrates broad climatic adaptability, while the 90–120 day maturation period allows for staggered harvesting schedules to ensure continuous supply.
Technical Grain Profile
The visual and qualitative characteristics of the cob are the culmination of intensive research by Saatbau D.O.O. Subotica. The deep yellow-orange color indicates a high concentration of carotenoids, which is essential for retail appeal in the fresh market. The 'sweet' grain type ensures an optimal sugar-to-starch ratio and tender texture, making this hybrid a versatile solution for various applications:
- Fresh market produce;
- Industrial canning (excellent retention of structure and flavor profile during processing);
- Culinary use: an ideal ingredient for high-end gastronomy.
Opting for HF 0860 is a strategic choice for growers aiming for consistent yields with predictable gastronomic parameters, highly valued by both food processors and discerning end consumers.
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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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| Ripening | 90-100 days, 100-120 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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| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | Saatbau |
| Originator | Saatbau D.O.O. Subotica |
| Country | Austria |
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