DELIKAO

DELIKAO — this is a corn hybrid with high resistance to various growing conditions and pathogens such as root rots, powdery mildew, helminthosporiosis, and fusarium. The plant has a compact height of 260 to 290 cm, high thousand-grain weight (380–420 g), and stable yield, averaging 155.8 centners per hectare in the Central Chernozem region, with maximum yields reaching up to 295 centners per hectare. The vegetation period ranges from 91 to 115 days, making this hybrid medium-early and suitable for silage production. Dry matter content in silage reaches 35.1%, and starch content in grain is 69%. The DELIKAO corn cob has 14–16 rows with 37–42 kernels per row, totaling 518 to 672 kernels per cob. The ear is conical, 21–26 cm long, and weighs 170–230 g. The milk-colored kernels have good quality and excellent taste, allowing this hybrid to be used not only for silage production but also for boiled consumption, canning, and freezing. The plant is heat-loving and requires regular watering; it poorly tolerates temperatures below 12 °C. The DELIKAO hybrid is characterized by high resistance to lodging and stem breakage, ensuring reliable harvest. It also demonstrates cold resistance and drought tolerance, making it versatile and adaptable to various climatic conditions. High starch content in silage (385 g/kg) contributes to obtaining high-quality animal feed. Due to its combination of high yield, disease resistance, and good grain taste, DELIKAO is a profitable choice for farmers focused on silage production and food use of corn.