Maize Diego

Stable Austrian Standard: Diego Corn from Saatbau

Selecting a hybrid for commercial grain production requires a balance between early maturity and yield potential. Saatbau’s 'Diego' hybrid offers farmers a technical solution for regions where guaranteed dry grain yield in a tight window is critical. As a simple hybrid with an FAO rating of 1240 and a growing season of 105–115 days, it is specifically optimized for high-quality grain harvesting.

Key Field Advantages

The primary strength of 'Diego' lies in its combination of genetic resistance and rapid dry-down, characteristic of the dent grain type. In real-world farming conditions, the hybrid demonstrates several distinct features:

• Phytosanitary Resistance: The breeders focused heavily on plant health. 'Diego' effectively resists common smut and shows high resistance to fusarium and stalk smut. This significantly reduces storage loss risks and ensures better grain marketability.
• Agronomic Flexibility: A recommended planting density of 65,000–75,000 plants per hectare allows for adaptation to varying moisture levels while ensuring the full development of the yellow dent kernels.

Who is this hybrid for?

'Diego' is optimal for operations that utilize intensive farming practices but aim to minimize post-harvest drying costs. Thanks to its early maturity, it allows growers to start harvest earlier than competitors, freeing up fields for timely winter crop sowing. If your strategy is to achieve a stable yield with minimal risk of stalk disease, this Austrian-bred product will serve as a dependable asset in your crop rotation.