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SI UNITOP
Corn
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FAO
90–1240
Ripening
Mid-early ripening
Hybrid Type
Stay green, Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint-dent, Yellow-orange intermediate type
About product
A technological mid-early hybrid with high yield potential and comprehensive phytosanitary resistance.
FAO
90–1240
Ripening
Mid-early ripening
Hybrid Type
Stay green, Hybrid
Kernel Type
Flint-dent, Yellow-orange intermediate type
Description
Genetic Architecture and Adaptability of the SI Unitop Hybrid
The Syngenta SI Unitop is a mid-early corn hybrid engineered to deliver maximum yield in intensive farming systems. The key feature of this material is the implementation of the Stay Green concept. Genetic control of physiological aging allows the plant to maintain photosynthetic activity of the leaf apparatus for longer, even under stress temperatures in the second half of the growing season. This is not just about keeping the leaves green; it is a direct path to accumulating maximum grain mass, as the outflow of assimilates into the cob continues until physiological maturity.
Grain Morphology and Industrial Application
The flint-dent grain type with a yellow-orange hue serves as an optimal trade-off between high specific weight and processing efficiency. The grain features a uniform structure, which is critical for specific utilization sectors:
- Production of bioethanol and alcohol (high starch yield).
- Biogas production (biologically active biomass).
- Balanced feed production (high nutritional value).
Phytosanitary Barrier
The engineering solution for plant protection in SI Unitop focuses on minimizing risks in high-density sowing. Stable resistance to common smut and fusarium ear rot is provided by specific genomic regions that block pathogen development during early infection stages. Utilizing this hybrid allows for a reduction in fungicide application, providing an economic advantage at the cost-planning stage. High stalk rot resistance prevents premature lodging, ensuring cleaner harvesting even when gathering is delayed.
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 | Mid-early ripening |
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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. |
60-70 thousand pcs/ha, 75-85 thousand pcs/ha |
| Starch content, % | 73 |
| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | Syngenta |
| Originator | Syngenta |
| Originator | MRI Seed Zambia Limited |
| Country | Switzerland |
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