MAS 53B
Corn
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A reliable French hybrid with strong disease resistance and versatile applications for grain or silage.
Description
French breeding for consistent crop yields
The MAS 53B hybrid from Maisadour Semences represents a standard of European breeding, designed for farms that prioritize versatility. Developed by French experts, this hybrid is well-established in the mid-late maturity segment, offering growers reliability in both grain harvesting and silage production.
Adaptability and crop health
One of the primary advantages of MAS 53B is its robust health profile. In intensive farming environments, where pathogens can significantly reduce yields, this hybrid demonstrates high resistance to Helminthosporium and Fusarium stalk rot. This is not just a marketing claim, but the result of extensive R&D by Maisadour Semences, aimed at producing healthy cobs with a minimal risk of mycotoxin contamination.
Technical specifications
- Grain type: Dent, ensuring excellent moisture dry-down and high test weight.
- Vegetation cycle: 120–140 days, allowing the plant to utilize solar energy efficiently for starch accumulation.
- Application: Universal use, suitable for high-quality grain or nutritious silage for livestock operations.
The dent grain structure combined with the maturity period makes MAS 53B a predictable tool for modern agronomy. It performs well across various soil and climatic zones where the growing season allows for the full expression of a mid-late maturing hybrid’s potential.
Crop & resistance
Disease 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... |
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| Ripening | 120-140 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 | Maisadour Semences |
| Originator | Maisadour Semences |
| Originator | MAS SEEDS Societe par Actions Simplifiees |
| Originator | Joel Meunier |
| Originator | Maisadour Semences, F |
| Patent holder | Maisadour Semences |
| Country | France |
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