GK 79 is an early-maturing hybrid of sweet corn with a maturation period of 75-78 days, distinguished by high taste qualities and pronounced SH2 sweetness. The plant is medium-height, reaching approximately 1.8 meters, forming ears 24-27 cm long and about 5 cm in diameter. The kernels are yellow, densely arranged in 16-18 rows, ensuring dense and attractive appearance of the harvest. This hybrid is ideal for fresh consumption, culinary processing, and processing, possessing a sweet-milky flavor appreciated by both consumers and professionals.
For successful cultivation of GK 79, it is recommended to sow seeds at a rate of 50-55 thousand per hectare on light, well-drained, and fertile soils, preferably sandy loam. Corn responds well to organic fertilizers such as manure, composts, and poultry manure, as well as mineral fertilizers including phosphates, nitrogenous, and potassium-based ones. Optimal preceding crops include winter wheat, legumes, and vegetable crops. Timely and regular irrigation, especially during flowering and grain filling, as well as moderately warm climate with soil temperature not lower than +14°C, are crucial for forming a high-quality harvest.
To protect GK 79 corn, integrated programs are applied, including treatments against wireworms, smut, fungal diseases, fusarium, bacterial diseases, seed mold, and weeds. Additionally, control measures are taken against pests such as corn borer, cotton bollworm, and field moth. Treatments are conducted at various growth stages — from pre-sowing preparation to full maturity — using modern plant protection products, ensuring healthy crops and high yields.
