Early - Maturity Class 7 - Primary End Use: Forage and Grain
JUSTINA was the biggest selling maize hybrid in both the UK and Ireland in 2008 (Kleffmann 2008, DAFRD, 2008). The particular combination of yield, maturity and agronomics means JUSTINA can justifiably claim to be "The Great All-Rounder"!
| Hybrid Characteristics |
- Single cross with flint dent grain
- Very good early vigour
- Uniform, impressive tall crop
- Large cob at full maturity with deep large kernels
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| Area of Adaptation |
Grown In The Open
- In the open on all but the most marginal sites in Great Britain
- On maize growing sites in the south and south east of Ireland, appropriate site selection required in northern counties
Grown Using The Samco System
- On all maize growing sites in the UK and Ireland
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| Hybrid Specific Agronomic Advice |
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Grown In The Open |
Samco System |
| Seed Rate |
42,000 Seeds/Acre |
42,000 Seeds/Acre |
| Early Vigour |
Very Good |
Very Good |
| Lodging |
Good |
Very Good |
| Staygreen |
Good |
Good |
| Film Penetration Ability* |
Not Applicable |
Excellent |
*Speed and extent of penetration through film also depends on the type of film used.
| Recommended for |
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Multiple Year "Head To Head" Results (PDF 139 KB) | 
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