Maize Clarica

Stable Grain Yield with American Potential

The Clarika maize hybrid by Pioneer s.a. is a solution for farms focused on producing high-quality commercial grain. With its dent grain type and a maturation period of 140-160 days, this hybrid demonstrates excellent dry-down properties, allowing for reduced drying costs and optimized harvest logistics.

Agronomic Features and Field Application

Clarika belongs to the late-maturing hybrid category with an FAO of 90–1240, making it an ideal choice for regions with a sufficient growing season. Farmers select this hybrid to maximize yield potential under intensive cultivation practices.

• Seeding Density: The recommended planting rate is 60,000–65,000 plants per hectare. Adhering to these density guidelines allows the crop to efficiently utilize soil moisture and nutrients.
• Crop Protection: Genetic resistance to maize head smut simplifies crop protection strategies, reducing the need for additional fungicide applications targeting this pathogen.

The simple hybrid structure ensures high uniformity in the field, which is critical for efficient mechanical harvesting. The high potential for grain production makes Clarika an effective choice for both large-scale agricultural holdings and independent farms that prioritize the profitability per hundredweight of harvested grain.