The SY OCTEON hybrid corn from Syngenta is a mid-season variety with FAO 310, featuring a dent kernel type and high starch content up to 74%. This hybrid is characterized by high yield potential: grain can reach 10-15 tons per hectare, and silage — 6-7 tons per hectare. The average number of rows of kernels per ear is 14-16. SY OCTEON is recommended for cultivation in the Forest-Steppe and Steppe zones, due to its high adaptability and resistance to various climatic conditions. One of the key features of SY OCTEON is its high early growth, which allows effective use of available moisture during initial development stages, ensuring uniform and even emergence. The hybrid efficiently utilizes natural soil fertility and is suitable for cultivation using extensive and conservation technologies. Due to its high drought resistance, SY OCTEON outperforms competitors in realizing yield potential under water deficit conditions. The recommended planting density varies depending on moisture availability: 60-70 thousand plants per hectare under adequate moisture, 50-60 thousand under unstable conditions, and 40-50 thousand under insufficient moisture. SY OCTEON also demonstrates high disease tolerance, confirmed by a 9-point rating on a 9-point scale for resistance to root and stalk rot, as well as to common smut. For optimal planting, early sowing is recommended at soil temperatures of +9...+12 °C, with seed depth. This approach ensures maximum efficiency in utilizing the hybrid's potential and helps achieve stable, high yields even under challenging climatic conditions.
