Description
MAS 10A – High-Performance Maize for Silage and Grain
MAS 10A is a versatile mixed hybrid maize variety offering exceptional dual-purpose performance in both silage and grain production. With superb adaptability, high disease resistance, and excellent starch content, MAS 10A ensures reliable yields even in challenging conditions.
Key Benefits of MAS 10A:
- Dual-Purpose Performance – Designed for both silage and grain, maximising farm efficiency.
- Exceptional Adaptability – Builds regular, well-formed cobs across various growing conditions.
- High Disease Resistance – Strong protection against Fusarium, Helminthosporium, and Eye Spot.
- Excellent Feed Quality – Delivers high starch content and superior digestibility for livestock nutrition.
Product ID:
- Registered in: 2017 (Netherlands)
- Maturity: A – Early
- FAO (S/G): 200/210
- Use: Silage
MAS 10A Characteristics:
- Plant Height: Medium – Short
- Ear Insertion: Medium – Low
- Grain Type: Flint
- Rows per Ear: 16-18
- Grains per Row: 24-28
- Thousand Kernel Weight (TKW): 260-280g
- Flowering Temperature: 800°C
- Silage Maturity (32% DM): 1340°C
- Grain Maturity (32% H₂O): 1585°C
Feed Value & Nutrition:
- Starch Content: 9 – Outstanding energy source for livestock.
- dNDF: 8 – Superior fibre digestibility for improved feed efficiency.
- UFL: 8 – Balanced nutritional value for dairy and beef cattle.
Agronomic Excellence:
- Early Vigor: 7 – Ensures strong establishment for early growth.
- Stay-Green: 8 – Maintains plant vitality for increased starch accumulation.
- Disease Resistance:
- Helminthosporium: 7
- Eye Spot: 8
- Fusarium (Ear): 8
- Lodging Resistance: 7 – Provides strong plant stability.
- Drought Tolerance: 8 – Performs well under water-limited conditions.
Why Choose MAS 10A?
MAS 10A is a highly adaptable maize hybrid, offering strong disease resistance, excellent starch content, and outstanding dual-purpose performance in both silage and grain. With reliable cob formation and superior agronomic traits, it is an ideal choice for farmers seeking high-energy yields and feed efficiency.