Corn

NG7559


Features

Built in resistance to both the 1st and 2nd generation ECB derived from Bacillus thurengiensis (Bt). This tall, high yielding hybrid produces long flex type ears with excellent quality, high test weight grain. Also expresses a good level of resistance to the whorl feeding stage of Corn Ear Worm.

Agronomic Characteristics

Plant Height......................................................Tall
Ear Height........................................................High
Stalk Quality................................................Very Good
Root Quality......................................................Good
Ear Type..........................................................Flex
Grain Test Weight.................................................High
Drought Stress Tolerance.....................................Excellent
Emergence Vigor..............................................Very Good
Fall Drydown.................................................Excellent
Recommended Planting Population........................Low to Moderate

Adaptation for

Grain........................................................Excellent
Silage.......................................................Not Rated
Irrigation...................................................Very Good
No-till......................................................Very Good

Pest Resistance

1st Generation ECB (Bt derived).......................Highly Resistant
Gray Leaf Spot (GLS)..........................................Moderate
Eyespot......................................................Not Rated

Maturity Ratings

Heat Units - Planting to Physiological Maturity...................2740
Days to Maturity, USA Relative.....................................114
Days to Maturity, Minnesota Relative.........................Not Rated

Management Tips

A medium maturity hybrid that's well adapted to the fuller season growing areas of the Eastern Cornbelt and across the Southeast. Best performance at low to moderate populations. Avoid planting on heavier soils that are poorly drained (doesn't like wet feet).