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P9978

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Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) Maize · Agricultural · bred by Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc Pioneer Overseas Corporation

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid belongs to the mid-season or mid-late group with an FAO number of 390 and a dent grain type. Plants have moderate height and low ear placement. It belongs to the Optimum® AQUAmax® line, which ensures high drought tolerance and yield stability under stress conditions.

Characterized by high resistance to stalk lodging and a strong root system. It possesses high tolerance to Helminthosporium leaf blight and ear rots. It features good grain moisture release and high silage quality; it can also be used for bioethanol production.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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QZ

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Applicant
Pioneer Hi-Bred Poland sp. z o.o. Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
Pioneer Hi-Bred Northern Europe Service Division GmbH (DE) 33 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 242722

  • CZ Czechia Active

    № B5681

    Application
    15 January 2019
    Registration
    1 May 2021
  • PL Poland Active

    № R R14082

    Application
    20 December 2019
    Registration
    14 March 2022

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