Hybrid sugar corn DKC4917 features high yield potential and is designed for intensive cultivation technologies. It demonstrates rapid moisture release during maturity, facilitating timely harvest. The hybrid has a strong stalk and robust root system, ensuring resistance to adverse weather conditions and mechanical damage. Thanks to its high tolerance to common corn diseases, DKC4917 maintains plant health and stable yields.
DKC4917 tolerates high temperatures well and adapts excellently to various soil-climatic conditions, making it suitable for cultivation in regions of Ukraine such as Polissia, Forest Steppe, and Steppe. The hybrid is suitable for cultivation on loamy and clay soils with high mineral nutrition. Recommended planting density varies depending on soil moisture: 70-75 thousand plants per hectare under adequate moisture, 60-65 thousand under unstable conditions, and 50-55 thousand under insufficient moisture.
The hybrid’s yield ranges from 100-117 centners per hectare, confirming its high productivity. Additionally, DKC4917 can be grown for silage, expanding its application potential in agriculture. All these characteristics make this hybrid an attractive choice for farmers aiming to achieve stable and high-quality sugar corn yields.