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KR 704 UM
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Ripening
135-140 days, Late Ripeness
Hybrid Type
Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent, Yellow
About product
A late-maturing corn hybrid designed for intensive grain and silage production with high genetic resistance to major diseases.
FAO
90–1240
Ripening
135-140 days, Late Ripeness
Hybrid Type
Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent, Yellow
Description
Technical Profile of the KR 704 UM Hybrid
KR 704 UM is a high-yielding late-maturing corn hybrid (FAO 1240) developed by the P.P. Lukyanenko National Center of Grain. With a growth cycle of 135–140 days, this hybrid is designed to utilize maximum accumulated active temperatures, which is essential for achieving its high yield potential in long-season environments.
Agronomic Resilience and Phytosanitary Profile
The core value of this hybrid lies in its selective breeding, which addresses the most aggressive pathogens threatening crop quality:
- Disease Resistance: The genetic profile provides robust protection against Helminthosporium leaf blight, Fusarium ear rot, common smut, and stalk rots. This minimizes crop loss and preserves leaf area for a longer duration of grain filling.
- Structural Integrity: Enhanced stalk strength reduces the risk of lodging, facilitating efficient harvest operations even in late-season conditions.
End-Use and Kernel Characteristics
The dent-type, yellow grain is characterized by excellent density and starch content, positioning KR 704 UM as a versatile solution for two specific segments:
- Grain Production: The high test weight and excellent cob fill provide significant performance metrics during threshing.
- Silage Production: Due to its late maturity, the hybrid produces substantial biomass, ensuring a high yield of nutrients per hectare, which is vital for high-quality silage production.
Choosing KR 704 UM is a strategic decision for intensive farming operations where the duration of grain filling is directly converted into superior net yields.
Crop & resistance
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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 | 135-140 days, Late Ripeness |
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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 | Фгбну Национальный Центр Зерна Имени П.П. Лукьяненко |
| Country | Russia |
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