P9889WX
Corn
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A robust dent-type hybrid featuring strong disease resistance and optimized dry-down for high-yield grain production.
Description
Efficient grain production with Corteva
The P9889VX corn hybrid from Corteva represents American breeding excellence, tailored for farmers who prioritize stable grain yields. This simple, dent-type hybrid is engineered to perform consistently across various environmental conditions, making it a reliable choice for commercial grain operations seeking to optimize their yield per hectare.
Disease resistance and field performance
A major advantage of P9889VX is its genetic resistance to boil smut, which significantly reduces crop loss risks. The hybrid also demonstrates strong tolerance to helminthosporium leaf blight and stalk smut, ensuring healthy plant architecture throughout the growing season and reducing the need for aggressive fungicide applications. These traits ensure that the crop maintains its potential until the harvest stage.
Cultivation guidelines
The dent kernel structure of the hybrid is optimized for superior dry-down rates, reducing moisture levels quickly and lowering drying costs at the elevator. To maximize yield outcomes, the manufacturer recommends the following planting densities:
- Under favorable moisture conditions: 60,000–65,000 plants/ha.
- In water-limited or extensive farming systems: 55,000–60,000 plants/ha.
With its balanced FAO rating and predictable growth patterns, P9889VX provides growers with the operational flexibility needed for efficient field management and harvest planning.
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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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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Recommended Density
Recommended Density
Optimal productivity is achieved at a planting density of 4000-5500 plants/ha. Possible planting scheme: 300-500x40-80 cm. |
55-60 thousand pcs/ha, 60-65 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | Corteva |
| Country | USA |
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