VK 153 MV

VK 153 MV — an early-maturing tri-lineage hybrid corn, intended for grain and silage cultivation. It is characterized by high cold resistance and enhanced drought tolerance, making it a versatile and reliable choice for various climatic conditions. Plants reach an average height of 166 to 210 cm, with a vegetation period of 78 to 108 days, ensuring timely harvest. The hybrid features reduced grain moisture at harvest, facilitating easier collection and storage.

The ear of VK 153 MV has a cylindrical shape with 14–16 rows of kernels, each row containing 31 to 37 kernels. The kernel type is closer to flinty, contributing to superior product quality. The 1000-kernel weight varies from 188.7 to 290 grams depending on growing conditions. The grain dry matter content reaches 30.1%, and protein content is approximately 8.3%, indicating high nutritional value. Grain yield across various regions averages 39.4–40.5 centners per hectare, while normalized dry matter yield is about 49.7 centners per hectare.

The hybrid is resistant to diseases such as common smut, gray leaf spot, ear diseases, and corn stalk borer, reducing the risk of yield losses. Recommended planting density depends on moisture conditions: 80–90 thousand plants per hectare under adequate moisture, and approximately 70 thousand in dry conditions. VK 153 MV is suitable for cultivation in various regions of Russia, including the Northwestern, Central, Volga-Vyatka, Middle Volga, Lower Volga, Ural, West Siberian, and East Siberian regions, confirming its adaptability and stability.