Caterin 176 SV is an early-maturing trihybrid corn hybrid intended for grain, stover, and silage production at wax maturity. It has a vegetative period from emergence to full maturity of 90-100 days and is suitable for cultivation in regions with limited growing seasons, including the Central Chernozem, Volga, West Siberian, East Siberian, Ural, and other regions of Russia. The hybrid is cold-tolerant and has good early development, ensuring its adaptation to various climatic conditions. Plants reach a height of 220-235 cm, with ears attached at a height of 75-80 cm, and the 1000-grain weight is approximately 300 g.
The grain is cream-toothed, up to semicreamy, with yellow or yellow-orange upper part coloration. The ear is weakly conical, 18-19 cm long, with 12-16 rows of kernels. The grain contains approximately 9% protein, 68.8% starch, 2.4% sugar, 4% fat, 1.25% fiber, and 0.87% ash, making it suitable for grain preparation. The hybrid has a favorable ratio of grain to vegetative parts and is resistant to lodging, southern gelsporeiosis, and powdery mildew. Average grain yields across different regions range from 30-53 c/ha, while silage mass yields may reach up to 47 t/ha.
Caterin 176 SV is recommended for planting at a stand density of 80-85 thousand per hectare under optimal moisture conditions and 65-75 thousand under suboptimal conditions. The hybrid quickly fills kernels and efficiently transmits moisture, facilitating timely harvest. It is successfully used in double and post-harvest crops, as well as in southern Russia. Due to its characteristics and disease resistance, this hybrid is a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve high yields under challenging climatic conditions.
