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NPID 4820
Corn
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Ripening
Average Ripening Time
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Yellow-orange intermediate type, Intermediate
Use Direction
Universal Goals, Food, Food Products
About product
A versatile hybrid delivering consistent results in both grain production and livestock feeding.
Ripening
Average Ripening Time
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
Yellow-orange intermediate type, Intermediate
Use Direction
Universal Goals, Food, Food Products
Description
Stability and Versatility: The Potential of the NPID 4820 Hybrid
In the mid-ripening maize segment, Swiss breeding by Syngenta has traditionally focused on the balance between yield and agronomic flexibility. The NPID 4820 hybrid was designed as a versatile tool for farms that prefer not to be restricted by narrow field specialization.
Why Does This Hybrid Deserve Attention?
- Intermediate Grain Type: It offers a "golden mean." The grain possesses sufficient hardness for storage and transport while maintaining excellent starch content, which is critical for the food industry and high-quality animal feed production.
- Usage Flexibility: Unlike narrowly specialized lines, NPID 4820 shows stable performance both in commercial grain production and silage harvesting. This serves as insurance for the agronomist: if the grain market fluctuates, the farm's feed base remains secure.
- Swiss Syngenta Genetics: The originator has prioritized stress resistance. Its mid-ripening maturity allows the hybrid to efficiently utilize moisture during critical development phases, minimizing the impact of summer heat.
Who Is NPID 4820 Best For?
This choice is optimal for farms with diversified production. If your operation combines maize grain cultivation with a developed livestock sector, this hybrid will cover both needs. It is forgiving of minor agronomic errors that might be fatal for intensive, "demanding" lines. However, it is essential to remember that to realize the full potential set by Syngenta breeders, controlling seeding density according to recommendations for your specific climate zone is paramount.
NPID 4820 is the choice for the pragmatist who values predictable results over short-term records.
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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 | Syngenta |
| Originator | Syngenta |
| Country | Switzerland |
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