Corn NS 444 is a simple hybrid developed by the Institute of Vegetable and Field Crops in Novi Sad (Serbia). This hybrid is based on a fertile maternal line and belongs to the late-maturing group with a FAO rating of 450. Under adequate moisture, plant height reaches 300-350 cm, ensuring good biomass suitable for various cultivation purposes. The corn kernels are yellow, dent-type, with a 1000-kernel weight ranging from 360-380 grams. The ear has a cylindrical-conical shape, up to 30 cm long, with 14-16 rows of kernels.
Hybrid NS 444 exhibits high drought and lodging resistance, making it a reliable choice for cultivation under various climatic conditions, particularly in lowland areas up to 400 meters above sea level. The recommended plant density at harvest varies by region: 50-55 thousand/ha for forest-steppe, 45-50 thousand/ha for central steppe, and 40-45 thousand/ha for southern and dry steppe areas. This adaptability allows the hybrid to be effectively utilized across different agroclimatic zones.
NS 444 is versatile and capable of providing high yields of both grain and silage. The potential grain yield is over 140 centners/ha, while silage yield can reach up to 800 centners/ha. Due to its characteristics and stable productivity, this hybrid is widely used in Ukrainian agriculture and other regions with similar cultivation conditions. The product contains no GMOs and belongs to the elite class of seed material.
