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LIMIIL 5420 C
Corn
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Ripening
Average Ripening Time
Kernel Type
Dent, Yellow-Orange
Use Direction
Food, Recycling
About product
A reliable mid-season hybrid with dent-type grain, optimized for high performance in livestock and industrial processing.
Ripening
Average Ripening Time
Kernel Type
Dent, Yellow-Orange
Use Direction
Food, Recycling
Description
Technological potential of LIMIIL 5420 C
French breeding from Limagrain is traditionally focused on physiological resilience, and LIMIIL 5420 C is a direct embodiment of this approach. The hybrid is based on a genetic code adapted for stable biomass accumulation, which is critical for the feed corn segment and deep processing.
Grain characteristics and their role in farm economy
A key feature of this hybrid is its dent-type grain with a yellow-orange hue. Why is this important for an agronomist? The dent structure provides optimal grain moisture dry-down rates during maturation. This reduces drying costs and minimizes the risk of grain damage during mechanized harvesting. The dense structure of the starchy core ensures high test weight, making it a liquid asset for both livestock feeding and the processing industry.
Adaptability and growth cycles
The mid-season segment, to which LIMIIL 5420 C belongs, acts as a "golden mean" for most climatic zones. A stable maturation cycle allows the hybrid to effectively utilize accumulated active temperatures, forming a full-fledged ear even under varying moisture conditions. The lack of extreme requirements for soil management makes it a reliable tool in strategies aimed at mitigating production risks.
- Originator: Semlimag (France).
- Focus: intensive feed production and industrial processing.
- Advantage: high dry matter yield and predictable performance.
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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 | Семлима |
| Country | France |
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