Mycogen Seeds introduces midseason corn hybrids and soybean lines

Mycogen Seeds is introducing four more grain corn hybrids and four more soybean lines in time for the 2014 growing season. These products feature agronomic qualities and advanced trait technologies to help growers have a successful season. This brings the total number of new products to 66.

“We are pleased to offer growers new corn hybrids and soybean lines that feature industry-leading technologies in time for planting,” said Hank King, U.S. marketing leader for Mycogen Seeds. “We continue to invest in research and development to meet the ever-changing needs of growers to help them achieve more from their acres.”

New grain corn hybrids

2G365 is a 94-day Agrisure® 3122 hybrid that flowers early and has a reliable agronomic package that includes stalk and root strength and good staygreen. 2G365 responds well to strong management and fertility programs.

2T277 is an 87-day SmartStax Refuge Advanced hybrid that delivers reliable yield across a wide range of soil types and management practices. 2T277 works well in reduced-tillage systems and moderate to high plant densities.

2J638 is a 107-day SmartStax Refuge Advanced hybrid that features strong stalks, good grain quality, test weight, and late-season intactness. 2J638 is best adapted for the central and eastern Corn Belt.

2H877 is a 117-day SmartStax hybrid with very consistent ear development. 2H877 has excellent stress tolerance, is a good fit for high plant densities and performs best on on well-drained soils.

New soybean lines

5B033R2 is a Group 0 variety with strong agronomics and excellent tolerance to iron deficiency chlorosis. This plant features excellent standability with good branching and works well across all row widths. 5B033R2 is a good choice for all planting practices.

5N244R2 has excellent shatter tolerance and very good Phytophthora root rot protection. This Group 2 variety has a full canopy and performs well west to east, especially in variable soils.

5N413R2 features very good tolerance to sudden death syndrome and stem canker. This Group 4 variety is a great option for light, variable soils. 5N413R2 is a tall, branchy plant that performs well in a wide range of conditions.

5N452R2 works across all soil types, especially in mixed and clay soils. This plant features branching that handles a wide range of environments. This Group 4 variety has a good defensive package to handle variable conditions.