SY HIKARI
Corn
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Reliable grain hybrid with high resistance to root and stalk rots.
Description
Focusing on yield stability and sanitary resistance
SI Shikari by Syngenta is a simple hybrid corn variety specifically developed for grain production. Utilizing Swiss breeding standards, this hybrid is designed to provide farmers with consistent results in fields where other varieties might succumb to pathogenic pressure. The primary advantage here is the plant's robust health profile and resistance to common yield-robbing diseases.
Why choose SI Shikari?
Unlike intensive hybrids that require perfect growing conditions to thrive, SI Shikari offers a reliable defense against biological threats that impact the bottom line:
- Resistance to Rots: The hybrid shows excellent genetic resistance to root and stalk rots, significantly reducing the risk of lodging and harvest losses.
- Head Smut Resistance: Protecting crops from smut is crucial for maintaining grain quality and meeting commercial standards.
- Dent Grain Type: This characteristic ensures excellent dry-down rates, which helps reduce post-harvest moisture reduction costs.
This hybrid is an ideal choice for operations working in areas with high infectious background or for farmers aiming to reduce their dependency on heavy fungicide applications by leveraging plant genetics. SI Shikari allows for better harvest planning with less risk of sudden loss due to disease.
Who is this hybrid for?
SI Shikari is not just a high-yield machine for perfect environments; it is a pragmatic tool for farmers who prioritize profitability, harvest efficiency, and grain quality. If your fields are prone to root and stalk rots, this hybrid shifts your strategy from reactive pesticide spraying to proactive genetic resistance. It is designed for those who value stability and consistency over volatile, high-input experimental crops.
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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| Catalog | Catalog → Corn |
| Manufacturer | Syngenta |
| Originator | Syngenta |
| Originator | MRI Seed Zambia Limited |
| Country | Switzerland |
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