Description
Variety Highlights
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Hybrid type: White, semi-flint grain with a three-way cross design that offers hybrid vigor and uniformity.
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Cob characteristics: Produces attractive, large cobs with well-filled rows and excellent husk coverage.
Maturity & Growth Traits
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Days to maturity: Long-season growth; typically 140–150 days, ideal for extended planting windows.
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Standability: Strong stalk support ensures good lodging resistance.
Yield Potential
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Builds on exceptional yield: up to 300 × 50 kg bags per hectare (≈ 15 t/ha).
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More conservative farmer estimate suggests 180 bags/ha (~9 t/ha) under typical conditions.
Stress & Disease Tolerance
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Good resistance to Maize Streak Virus, Leaf Blight, and Cob Rot, suited to Zone II/III environments.
Summary Table
Trait | Details |
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Maturity | 140–150 days (late-season) |
Grain | Semi-flint white, strong milling/drying |
Yield Potential | Up to 15 t/ha (~300 bags) |
Cob & Husk | Large cobs, full husk protection |
Standability | Excellent—resistant to lodging |
Disease Resistance | MSV, Leaf Blight, Cob Rot |
Ideal Use Cases
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Best suited for long-season environments that allow extended growth cycles.
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Perfect for farmers aiming for maximum yields and who can supply sufficient inputs.
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Good fit in Zone II/III (moderate to high rainfall) regions prone to common foliar diseases.
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