24X79 Corn Seed Hybrid - 55lb Bag

The 24X79 Corn Seed Hybrid is a versatile, dual-purpose hybrid designed for exceptional performance in northern regions. With outstanding early-season vigor, this hybrid ensures rapid emergence and reliable establishment in cold soils, making it an excellent choice for early planting in ultra-early zones. It delivers consistent yields and excellent tonnage, thriving in grain and silage applications. Its adaptability to marginal conditions, combined with strong roots and stalks, ensures reliable performance in diverse environments.

Key Benefits

1. Outstanding Yield Potential

• It delivers competitive yields comparable to hybrids in the 82-day performance range, making it suitable for high-yield and challenging conditions.

2. Early Emergence

• Exceptional seedling vigor ensures rapid early growth in ultra-early planting zones, even in cold soils.

3. Dual-Purpose Hybrid

• Excels in grain and silage production offer substantial tonnage and reliable grain yields.

4. Drought Tolerance

• Maintains ear size and plant health under drought stress, ensuring dependable results in dryland and irrigated conditions.

5. Fall Standability

• Strong roots and stalks provide excellent late-season stability, reducing lodging risks and ensuring an easier harvest.

Placement Recommendations

Versatile Placement

• Performs well in productive and marginal soils, adapting to diverse field conditions.

Early Planting

• It is ideal for northern regions where rapid emergence and early establishment are critical for success.

Plant Population

• Performs reliably at planting densities ranging from 12,000 to 32,000 plants per acre, offering flexibility based on field conditions and yield goals.

Agronomic Highlights

Growth Characteristics

• Maturity: 79 days
• Silking (GDU): 1,025
• Black Layer (GDU): 1,915
• Ear Type: Semi-Flex
• Plant Height: Medium
• Test Weight: Average

Disease and Stress Tolerance

• Goss’s Wilt: Good
• Gray Leaf Spot: Good
• Northern Leaf Blight: Excellent
• Stalk Anthracnose: Very Good

Agronomic Ratings

• Cold Soil Tolerance: Excellent
• Corn-on-Corn Performance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Superior
• Root and Stalk Strength: Very Good

Suitable Growing Regions

The 24X79 Corn Seed Hybrid is best suited for northern states, including:

• Washington (WA), Wyoming (WY), Montana (MT), North Dakota (ND), Minnesota (MN), Wisconsin (WI), Michigan (MI), New York (NY), Nebraska (NE)

Its relative maturity (RM) range of 77–85 days makes it ideal for short-season growing zones with early harvest requirements.

Market and Usage Profile

Grain Production

• Produces reliable yields with strong drought tolerance and excellent drydown, making it a dependable option for grain-focused operations.

Silage Production

• It provides substantial tonnage and robust plant health, even in less-than-ideal conditions, making it a top choice for livestock feed.

Environmental Adaptability

Drought Stress Performance

• Maintains ear size, plant health, and overall yield potential under challenging drought conditions.

Cold Soil Tolerance

• Strong seedling vigor allows it to establish quickly and reliably in cold soil environments, which is ideal for early planting scenarios.

Late-Season Integrity

• With strong roots and stalks, this hybrid remains upright through Fall, providing reliable standability for easy harvest.

Recommendations

• The 24X79 Corn Seed Hybrid is a dependable choice for northern growers seeking a versatile, dual-purpose hybrid with early emergence, drought tolerance, and consistent performance. Its ability to thrive in grain and silage applications makes it an excellent option for variable conditions, from marginal to productive soils. For optimal results, leverage its early-season vigor in cold soils and plant at densities suited to your specific field conditions.