Obelix
HSR Maize Seed
Known as “The Pillar of Strength” Obelix is proving to be a winner on-farm here in New Zealand and Australia after its success in the HSR trial programmes. Obelix is a 90 CRM hybrid developed by the HSR team of global breeding partners to fill this maturity space within our hybrid range. With its great stature and cob placement, coupled with quick cob turndown, it is also proving to be a winner with grain growers. Obelix shows strong disease resistance and is suitable for growing in all North Island regions. A solid performer with extreme early growth.
Planting Population
90,000 TO 105,000seeds/ha
(GRAIN 75-100K)
Plant types:
90 CRM early maize silage or grain.
Yield potential:
Great yields with a limiting growing window.
Plant height:
Medium to tall with a large root structure for high water use efficiency.
Type of grain:
Dent x Dent. Highly digestible feed grain. High starch content in silage or grain.
General comments:
Obelix shows strong disease resistance and is suitable for growing in all North Island regions. Ideal for planting/harvesting outside of key operating window in Northern Regions. Obelix is a solid performer.
Trait Scores + Characteristics
CRM | 90 |
Plant height | Tall |
Grain density | Dent |
Stress emergence | 8 |
Stalk strength | 9 |
Stay green | 8 |
Husk cover | 8 |
Leaf blight | 8 |
Cot rot | 8 |
Rust | 8 |
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Disclaimer
All animal feed products should be fed as part of a healthy balanced diet matched to the specific requirements of the herd. Nutrinza makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the suitability of any of the products supplied to the specific requirements of your animals. Please note that recommended feeding rates are given as a guideline only and will vary based on the total diet and actual feed intake of your animals. It is recommended that you consult your vet, nutritionist or farm consultant before making any dietary changes. Nutritional information is based on accredited feed nutrition sources and sample test results. Specifications on an individual feed test will show some variation.