Zdobutok

Zdobutok — this is a high-yielding, mid-season, simple inter-row hybrid of sugar corn with FAO maturity group 290, developed by the Institute of Grain Crops of NAAN Ukraine and Agro-industrial Company 'MAIS' (Cherkasy). It has universal use, suitable for both grain and silage production. Plants reach a height of 260-275 cm, with ear attachment height of 90-95 cm, and ear length of 20-22 cm. Grain is yellow, dent-shaped, arranged in 16-18 rows with 36-38 kernels per row, and 1000-kernel weight ranging from 250 to 370 g. The hybrid's potential yield reaches 120-130 c/ha at harvest moisture of 15-17%. Hybrid Zdobutok is characterized by stable yield and high grain quality, as well as excellent resistance to stress factors such as drought and cold, rated at 9 out of 9. It responds well to improved growing conditions, demonstrating rapid grain moisture loss during ripening, which facilitates timely harvest. Tolerance to planting density allows optimizing plant stand density within 60-70 thousand per hectare depending on the cultivation zone (Steppe, Forest-steppe, Polissia). To achieve maximum results, seed should be sown at soil temperature of 8-10 °C for uniform germination. Timely application of fertilizers with phosphorus and potassium content, as well as herbicide treatments for weed control, are essential. Thanks to its balanced combination of vigorous growth, disease resistance, and adaptability to various soil-climatic conditions, hybrid Zdobutok is a reliable choice for intensive and efficient sugar corn cultivation.