The SY Iridium corn hybrid from Syngenta is a mid-season grain-type hybrid with FAO 350. It is characterized by rapid early growth and high yield, making it attractive for farmers aiming to obtain a high-quality and abundant harvest. The plants have dent-type kernels and erect leaf arrangement, which promotes efficient photosynthesis and development.
The ears of SY Iridium are large, multi-row, with a thin stalk, ensuring high product marketability. The hybrid exhibits rapid grain moisture loss during the ripening period, facilitating harvest and reducing the risk of yield loss. The plant is resistant to lodging, further enhancing cultivation reliability.
SY Iridium has high drought resistance (rating 9) and tolerance to major corn diseases such as common rust, ear Fusarium, and stalk and root rot. The hybrid responds well to high fertility, allowing efficient use of fertilizers and agronomic practices. The recommended planting density at harvest time is 60-70 thousand plants per hectare in the Forest Steppe and 45-55 thousand in the Northern Steppe.
