Maize SMOLIK

SMOLIK — mid-early three-line hybrid maize, intended for cultivation as grain and as high-energy silage. The plant is characterized by medium height and narrow leaves, with strong anthocyanic pigmentation of the cob stem and the sheath of the first leaf. The cob is long, slightly conical, medium thickness, with 14-16 rows of kernels and approximately 37 kernels per row. Kernel type is intermediate, closer to starchy, with yellow upper and orange lower halves. The 1000-kernel weight is approximately 387 grams, and the cob attachment height is 105 cm. The hybrid's vegetative period is approximately 115 days, which corresponds to the standard level. The hybrid has high yield — average grain yield reaches 78.5 c/ha, which is 7.4% higher than the standard, and maximum yields in certain regions exceeded 160 c/ha. Grain moisture at harvest is approximately 21.4%, which is 3.5% lower than the standard level, facilitating subsequent processing and storage. The plant exhibits high water shedding and resistance to major maize diseases, such as common rust, cob fusarium, and stalk rot. In field conditions, the hybrid is weakly affected by cob smut, further enhancing crop quality. SMOLIK belongs to the Stay Green type, which ensures prolonged retention of green mass and promotes nutrient accumulation in the plant. Recommended planting density is 75,000 plants per hectare for grain and 95,000 for silage. The hybrid has moderate soil requirements, making it versatile for various agroclimatic conditions. Due to its characteristics and resistance, SMOLIK is a high-yielding and reliable choice for farmers aiming to obtain quality grain and silage.