The hybrid corn ES Epilog, developed by the breeding company LIDEA, is a medium-early trihybrid variety with FAO 220-230, intended for cultivation as grain or silage. The plant has medium height and a flinty-kernel type with 14 rows and 28 kernels per ear. The 1000-kernel weight varies from 290 to 321 grams, indicating large, high-quality kernels. The hybrid demonstrates stable productivity under various climatic conditions and is adapted to different planting technologies, including No-Till.
ES Epilog shows high yield: average grain yields range from 46.7 to 88.7 c/ha, with maximum yields reaching up to 187 c/ha. When grown for silage, dry matter yield can reach 169-370 c/ha with plant dry matter content around 32.2%. Grain recovery is approximately 65.7-73.3%, and protein yield per hectare reaches 12.3 c. Grain moisture at harvest is within 27-29%, facilitating storage and processing.
The hybrid is resistant to lodging, drought, common rust, gray leaf spot, and ear fungal disease, ensuring reliable yield even under stress conditions. The plant exhibits the "Stay green" effect, promoting prolonged green mass retention and improving silage quality. High initial growth rates and moderate water loss make ES Epilog a favorable choice for farmers seeking stable, high-quality corn yields.
