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Zea mays L. Maize · Agricultural · bred by Syngenta Crop Protection AG

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is a vigorous plant up to 230 cm tall. The ears are 21–26 cm long, 5.0–5.3 cm in diameter, and contain 16–20 rows of large golden-yellow kernels 12–13 mm high.

The plant possesses high resistance to rust (races Rp1-d, Rp1-i), as well as intermediate resistance to maize dwarf mosaic virus and northern corn leaf blight. The hybrid's grain is characterized by a high sugar content that is maintained after harvest.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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

Parties

Breeder
SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION AG 10 404 Developed the variety
Applicant
SYNGENTA UK LTD 731 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
Syngenta Seeds B.V. Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • GB United Kingdom Active

    № 157/37

    Application
    29 December 2023
    Registration
    1 June 2024

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20230717
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  1. Application filed 22 March 2023
  2. Registered
  3. Entry closed 2 October 2023

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