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RP 556
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Ripening
Medium Ripeness
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
White
Use Direction
Grain, Food
About product
A reliable mid-season white corn variety with high disease resistance, ideal for livestock feed and specialized processing.
Ripening
Medium Ripeness
Hybrid Type
Variety (population)
Kernel Type
White
Use Direction
Grain, Food
Description
Leveraging the Potential of RP 556: White Grain for Specialized Markets
RP 556 represents a specialized choice for producers focusing on both high-quality livestock feed and unique food processing segments. Developed by the All-Russian Research Institute of Corn, this variety is distinguished by its white grain, providing a clear competitive advantage in markets where standard yellow hybrids fail to meet requirements.
Agronomic Management and Performance
Success with RP 556 in the field depends on precise plant density management. Achieving optimal yields requires a sowing rate of 70,000–85,000 plants per hectare. The variety’s inherent resistance to smut diseases minimizes the biological risks associated with common soil and airborne pathogens.
- Disease Resistance: Robust genetic defense against Fusarium and stalk smut.
- Application: Focused on grain production, premium livestock feed, and industrial food applications.
- Maturity: Mid-season maturity ensures flexible harvesting windows and efficient dry-down periods.
Practically, RP 556 is an excellent choice for farmers who need a reliable, hardy variety that reduces the need for heavy fungicide applications. By integrating this variety into a crop rotation, farms can diversify their output, moving beyond standard commodity maize and tapping into higher-value demand for white corn while maintaining solid, consistent yields.
Crop & resistance
Disease resistance
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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. |
70-85 thousand pcs/ha |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Originator | VNII Corn |
| Country | Russia |
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