LIMBHX 968 C
Corn
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A reliable mid-maturity hybrid with versatile grain quality, ideal for processing industries and livestock farming.
Description
Consistent Yield and Processing Versatility
When planning crop rotation, the choice often falls on hybrids that don't bring surprises in the field or at the silo. The LIMBBH 968 S from Limagrain is a solution for farmers aiming for results across multiple sectors. This French breeding achievement has proven to be a reliable asset for those producing corn for more than just silage, but also for deep industrial processing.
Growth and Harvesting Characteristics
Mid-maturity hybrids always involve a compromise between yield potential and grain moisture at harvest. With LIMBBH 968 S, you get a predictable maturity window. In practical terms, this simplifies logistics planning: you know exactly when your machinery will hit the field, minimizing drying costs. The yellow-orange grain type fits perfectly into standard processing lines, meeting the requirements of grits mills and feed producers alike.
Why choose this hybrid:
- Versatility: You are not tied to a single market. The grain is equally suitable for animal feed, grits production, and food industry applications.
- Efficiency: Even ripening simplifies combine settings, reducing losses during threshing.
- Stability: The genetics provided by Limagrain and Emilseme S.P.A offer a high level of resilience to environmental stresses, which is critical in volatile climate conditions.
Working with this hybrid, one immediately notices the high output of the final product. It is a classic case where the hybrid is forgiving of minor agronomic errors while maintaining excellent grain quality. For a farmer, this translates to stable margins and trouble-free crop marketing.
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| Ripening | Medium 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 |
| Manufacturer | LIMAGRAIN |
| Originator | LIMAGRAIN |
| Originator | Emilseme S.P.A |
| Patent holder | LIMAGRAIN |
| Patent holder | Emilseme S.P.A |
| Country | France |
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