MZ 248X

Prodcut Information

Highlights

  • Allows for a flexible harvest
  • Large ears with soft kernel texture
  • Robust plant stature
  • Blocky ears with extra kernels

Agronomy Notes

MZ 248X starts with strong spring vigour. Seedlings are very dark colour with upright leaves.  Plants flower early for maturity.  Ears are high on tall plants.  Kernels are deep with average weight.  Husks are longer and open well.  Position in and north of zone for optimal yield. Plant under moderate populations (30-32K).  Highly responsive to fungicide.

CHU: 2400 RM: 81 Download Product PDF

Product Characteristics

Characteristic Value
Final Population30-32
CHU 50% Silk1515
EmergenceExcellent
FloweringMedium
Plant Height
Size 1Size 2Size 3Size 4Size 5Size 6
medium
Very Poor (1)
Excellent (9)
Early Vigour8/9
8
Plant Health8/9
8
Starch Amount8/9
8
Starch Availability8/9
8
Plant Disease Rating7/9
7

Ear Characteristics

Characteristic Value
Ear TypeSemi-Determinate
Kernel TextureSoft
Cob ColourRed

Disease Ratings

Disease ratings are based on the severity of infection.

Very Poor (1)
Excellent (9)
Anthracnose7/9
7
Goss's Wilt8/9
8
NCLB7/9
7

Traits and Technology

Conventional corn growers want high yields. For the most advanced, highest-yielding conventional corn hybrids, choose Maizex X-Series. These hybrids are developed using modern breeding techniques, but are GMO free. Conventional herbicide programs must be used for weed control.

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