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RPK 7346 A
Corn
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Hybrid Type
Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint
Use Direction
Popcorn, Decorative, Food Industry
About product
A niche hybrid designed for the snack industry and decorative applications.
Hybrid Type
Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint
Use Direction
Popcorn, Decorative, Food Industry
Description
French breeding for niche production
The Lidea RPK 7346 A hybrid is a highly specialized solution for farmers focused on deep processing and decorative horticulture. Unlike standard dent corn used for fodder, this hybrid is of the flint corn type, which defines its physical and chemical properties and overall market value.
Practical use scenarios
- Popcorn production: The primary use for this hybrid. Thanks to the specific grain structure, it provides a high expansion ratio during thermal processing and maintains a firm texture, which is crucial for snack manufacturers.
- Food industry: The RPK 7346 A grain is sought after by processors for producing specialty grits and flour with higher starch content and distinct organoleptic properties.
- Decorative use: Due to the aesthetic appeal of the cob, this hybrid is often grown for floral arrangements and landscaping, providing opportunities for additional revenue from secondary products.
Choosing RPK 7346 A is a strategic move for farms targeting premium markets. French genetics from Lidea ensure yield predictability and product uniformity, minimizing waste during industrial processing. When cultivating, it is recommended to maintain spatial isolation to preserve the integrity of the flint grain characteristics required for consistent "popping" performance.
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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 | Lidea |
| Originator | Av Du Capitaine N Tchorere |
| Country | France |
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