Corn hybrid Dolar is a mid-season hybrid with dent-type kernels, distinguished by high drought and disease resistance, including root and stalk rot, gray leaf spot, helminthosporiosis, and rust. This hybrid is well-adapted to various soil types, including minimum and no-till systems, making it suitable for cultivation in the Steppe and Forest-Steppe zones of Ukraine. The recommended planting density is 45-55 thousand plants per hectare in the Steppe and 60-70 thousand in the Forest-Steppe, which contributes to high yields and efficient utilization of nutrients from the soil and fertilizers.
Corn trading, including futures on this commodity, is actively conducted on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, where real-time quotes, analytics, and forecasts are available. Corn is a seasonal commodity, and trading activity typically increases during summer. As of July 3, 2025, corn prices reached $431.75 per bushel, up 0.58% from the previous day. Despite a 1.60% price decline over the past month, corn prices remain 1.83% higher than last year's level.
Analyst forecasts and macroeconomic models indicate further price growth for corn, with expectations of reaching approximately $438.70 per bushel by the end of the current quarter and up to $460.25 per bushel in the long term over the next 12 months. The historical high for corn prices was recorded in August 2012 at $843.75 per bushel. Thus, hybrid Dolar combines high agronomic efficiency with attractive market value and investment appeal.
