Maize seed Drivia (Monsanto) FAO 260 (early-maturing hybrid with fast dry-down)

Drivia (Monsanto) FAO 260 — maize seed with fast moisture release Drivia (Monsanto) — a professional maize hybrid of the grain direction with FAO 260, which combines high yield, fast moisture release and resistance to stress factors. An ideal choice for agricultural producers who strive to obtain a predictable harvest with minimal costs for post-drying. Intended exclusively for the growing of maize for grain use.

Purpose and application Drivia is a mid-early single-cross hybrid, created for intensive and moderately intensive growing for grain in various agroclimatic conditions. The hybrid is optimal for farmers for whom early maturity, minimal moisture losses during harvesting and stability of yield even under unfavourable weather conditions are important. It is recommended for use on holdings where the reduction of the costs of post-harvest processing and the acceleration of field operations is of primary importance.

Advantages of use High speed of moisture release: it minimizes the need for post-drying the grain after harvest, which reduces costs and promotes an early turnover of funds. Powerful drought resistance and lodging resistance: a guarantee of a stable harvest even in arid regions or in years with weather challenges. Licensed BAYER seed with professional treatment: starting fungicidal support, micronutrient fertilizers and a polymer dye for uniform sowing and the safety of the seedlings. High position of the ear and early flowering: it provides quality grain filling and simplifies harvesting with modern machinery. Mechanism of action The genetic features of the hybrid provide an early completion of physiological ripening and intensive natural moisture release. Morphological plasticity (high ear attachment, early flowering) reduces the risk of lodging, lowers the risks of fusarium diseases and increases tolerance to the main diseases of maize. Seed treatment with modern fungicides at the start reduces the infection load and promotes the uniform development of the seedlings.

Features and unique properties Originator: Bayer CropScience Schweiz AG (BAYER), licensed production by Art-Agro. FAO 260 — an optimal balance of maturity and productivity for various growing conditions. A single-cross hybrid of the grain direction with a dent grain shape. The seed is treated with fungicides based on fludioxonil and metalaxyl-M, enriched with micronutrients and a polymer dye for the control of the sowing rate. Packaging: a paper bag contains 80 000 seeds (1 sowing unit). Technical specifications Hybrid nameDrivia (Monsanto) OriginatorBayer CropScience Schweiz AG (BAYER) ManufacturerArt-Agro (under licence) Maturity groupMid-early FAO260 Direction of useGrain Grain typeDent Cob core colourYellow Plant height, cm280 Ear attachment height, cm120 Number of kernel rows in the ear14 Number of kernels per row30–34 Weight of 1000 seeds, g334 Energy of initial growth (1-9)8 Drought resistance (1-9)9 Lodging resistance (1-9)9 Tolerance to stalk fusarium8 Tolerance to ear fusarium8 Tolerance to helminthosporiosis8 Tolerance to common smut8 Tolerance to loose smut8 Average yield (t/ha)9,6 Yield potential (t/ha)15,5 Recommended harvesting density, thousand plants/ha65–70; 75–80 Moisture release14% Seed conditionTreated with fungicides (fludioxonil, metalaxyl-M), treated with a polymer dye and micronutrient fertilizers PackagingPaper bags of 80 000 seeds (1 sowing unit) Recommendations for use Optimal sowing — at the times recommended for your soil and climatic zone, taking into account the availability of moisture in the critical stages of development (grain filling — flowering). Use a plant stand density in accordance with the intensity of the growing system (without exceeding agrotechnological norms). Plan fertilization on the basis of a soil analysis; the hybrid responds positively to an increased agronomic background. Control the harvesting dates in order to minimize the costs of additional drying and to obtain the maximum grain quality. Store the seed in a dry, cool room with protection against rodents, with restricted access of moisture and direct sunlight. Key advantages Drivia (Monsanto) Impressive speed of moisture release — it reduces costs and accelerates the sale of the harvest. It demonstrates a stable yield even in difficult climatic conditions thanks to its drought and lodging resistance. High yield potential (up to 15,5 t/ha) and an average real result on the trial plots — 9,6 t/ha. Licensed BAYER genetics, professional seed treatment — a guarantee of a quality start and of the health of the crops. Perfect morphological properties for safe and convenient harvesting with modern machinery. By choosing Drivia (Monsanto), you invest in yield, technological quality and reliability in every season.