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P8659
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
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About product
A high-performance grain hybrid featuring robust stalk rot resistance and consistent drying characteristics.
FAO
90–1240
Ripening
120-140 days
Hybrid Type
Simple Hybrid
Kernel Type
Dent
Description
Engineering the Yield: The P8659 Hybrid
The P8659 hybrid from Pioneer s.a. is a selection-focused solution engineered for high-output grain production. Its core efficiency is driven by the dent-type grain structure, which optimizes starch density and facilitates rapid moisture loss during the final stages of maturation. Designed for intensive farming practices, this hybrid operates within a 120-140 day maturity window, making it a reliable asset for commercial growers.
Phytosanitary Resilience and Structural Integrity
A primary factor defining the reliability of P8659 is its high tolerance to various stalk rots. In high-density planting or humid conditions, many hybrids succumb to stalk lodging; however, P8659 maintains its structural integrity throughout the entire growing cycle. This minimizes harvest losses and ensures that the crop stands firm until the harvesting equipment enters the field.
- Hybrid Type: Simple cross, ensuring uniform plant height and development stages.
- FAO: 90–1240, offering versatility across different climate zones.
- Primary Use: Dedicated grain production with optimized thrashing characteristics.
By selecting P8659, agricultural managers gain a predictable tool for diverse soil types, where the inherent genetic protection against common pathogens serves as the bedrock for achieving peak yield 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... |
90–1240 |
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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 | PIONEER s.a. |
| Country | USA |
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