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Pioneer P9985 AQ

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Середньопізній простий гібрид кукурудзи, ФАО 370, лінійка Optimum AQUAmax — висока посухостійкість і стійкість до полягання, на зерно та спирт.

Main advantages

  • Optimum AQUAmax genetics — efficient moisture use
  • High stalk & root strength — resists lodging
  • Single-cross dent hybrid — grain and ethanol use
  • Good early vigour — reliable stand establishment
  • Helminthosporium tolerance — healthier leaf area

About this product

Pioneer P9985 AQ

Pioneer P9985 AQ is a single-cross dent corn hybrid of the medium-late maturity group, with an FAO rating of 370. Part of Corteva's Optimum AQUAmax line, it has excellent drought tolerance and moisture release, allowing efficient use of available moisture. The tall plant combines high resistance to stem and root lodging with good early development and good tolerance to helminthosporiosis. Suited to grain and alcohol production, it withstands monoculture and minimum tillage well at optimal sowing dates.

At a glance

Agronomic profile

FAO

370

FAO maturity-group index. Higher number = later group.

End use

Grain

What the crop is grown for

GroupMedium Late

Application

Rates, windows, expected results

Sowing rate
55,000–65,000 plants/ha at harvest (60–65k with adequate moisture, 55–60k in drier conditions)
Window
Optimal sowing window only — early and late sowing not recommended
Compatible crops
Corn

Full specifications

Every field from the manufacturer

Maturity
Medium Late
Use
Grain
FAO number
370
Disease resistance
smut 6/9, helminthosporium good
End use
Grain
Crop
Maize
drought_rating
Excellent
Grain type
Dent
Hybrid
Yes
Moisture release
Excellent
Technology
Optimum AQUAmax

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Questions & answers

What farmers ask most

  • Optimal sowing depends on crop, zone, and seasonal weather. Winter wheat in the Forest-Steppe: Sep 10–25. Corn: when soil is stable at +10°C at 10 cm depth. See the 12-month sowing calendar at /blog/practice/seasonal-planning.

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