Splendis

Field performance of the Splendis hybrid

When selecting seed material, every agronomist seeks a balance between yield stability and ease of management. The Lidea Splendis hybrid acts as a reliable workhorse, forgiving many management inconsistencies while delivering predictable results. French breeding here is evident primarily in its immunity: the crop exhibits strong resistance to helminthosporiosis and fusarium, which significantly reduces the overhead for fungicide treatments.

Dual-purpose versatility

The core advantage of this hybrid is its operational flexibility. The flint-dent grain type provides an excellent yield when harvested for grain, while simultaneously offering outstanding results as silage. This is crucial for mixed-profile operations where silage mass must be harvested with high energy content. The mid-early maturity allows for efficient scheduling of the harvest season while managing regional weather risks.

Agronomic management

Based on field observations, we have identified key stand density recommendations to ensure optimal cob development:

• In high-input production environments, a density of 75,000–85,000 plants/ha is recommended.
• Under limited moisture conditions or on less fertile soils, it is better to lower the density to 65,000–70,000 plants/ha to provide each plant with sufficient nutrient space.

The hybrid demonstrates high resistance to common smut, preventing premature damage to the vegetative mass. When the standard cultivation protocol is followed, Splendis consistently fulfills its genetic potential, ensuring a high 1000-kernel weight and overall crop purity.