LIMIVKU 956

Stable silage in challenging conditions

When you are building a feed base, the main headache isn't just the sheer volume, but the quality and preservation of the silage. In this regard, LIMIVKU 956 from Limagrain has become our go-to "insurance policy." It is a French-bred hybrid specifically focused on livestock production, and you can really feel that difference in the field during harvest.

Field performance and resilience

The first thing you notice is that the hybrid doesn't "collapse" under disease pressure. We have moved away from endless fungicide applications against Fusarium and common smut. The plants stay sturdy until the waxy ripeness phase; the leaves remain green, and the ear shows no signs of rot, even during a wet autumn. Helminthosporium, which used to cost us up to 15% of our yield, is virtually non-existent here.

Harvesting and nutritional profile

LIMIVKU 956 has a medium maturation rate, which gives us some scheduling flexibility: we aren't forced into extremely early harvesting when machinery gets stuck in the mud. The yellow-orange grain is excellent for livestock digestion. In our experience, the silage is dense and high in starch, which is critical for the energy density of the ration.

• No lodging issues — the stalk is strong and handles the load well.
• Stable root system development, which is crucial during dry spells.
• Excellent moisture release, reducing costs for post-harvest grain handling.

If you are looking for predictability in the feed sector, this hybrid justifies every dollar invested. It is not the kind of crop that requires constant babysitting — you sow it, manage the basics, and end up with consistent, high-quality silage.