WHITE CLOUD

Why "White Cloud" is the choice for processors and taste connoisseurs

In the SH2 supersweet corn market, the "White Cloud" variety stands out for its focus on deep processing and industrial standards. Unlike early-ripening hybrids, this variety requires 90–95 days to mature fully, ensuring the accumulation of maximum sugars and the development of a dense yet tender grain texture, which is ideal for canning.

Agronomic features and potential

The plant reaches a height of 180–200 cm, making it suitable for mechanized harvesting. A cob length of 22–25 cm is the "gold standard" highly valued by canning plants, as it allows for uniform, high-quality grain during automated threshing. The high sugar content, inherent to SH2 genetics, is maintained even after heat treatment, which is critical for the boiling and canning segments.

Strengths and Weaknesses

• Pros: High technological efficiency, resistance to standard corn diseases, outstanding taste in processed form, and excellent commercial appeal of the cobs.
• Cons: Requires specific soil temperatures during germination, and spatial isolation from other corn types is necessary to avoid cross-pollination and loss of sweetness.

This variety is an optimal solution for farmers working under contracts with food processing enterprises. If your goal is to obtain the sweetest, juiciest product that maintains its shape inside the jar, "White Cloud" fulfills this requirement better than many imported alternatives.