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2018-2019 pioneer.nz for Grain A Yates Family Business
Contents 2018-19
Darren Burns, Area Manager Simon Begley and Nigel Halpin.
07
05 09 23
Rob Craig and Regional Manager David McDonald
FARMING PARTNERSHIPS MAIZE HYBRIDS AND
YOUR OPTIONS
TOOLS FOR YOU
Pioneer
05 Rob & Sarah Craig 13 Maize hybrid introduction 27 Indicative maize for grain
costs of production for the
Long Look
07 Te Tua Station Ltd 14 Maize hybrid
performance comparisons 2018-2019 season As adopted by Genetic Technologies Limited.
15 Paul Baker Memorial Yield Cup 29 Hybrid options for your region
We strive to produce the best products
TECHNICAL ARTICLES 16 Optimum AQUAmax® hybrids 31 Hybrid trait characteristics on the market.
for 2018-2019
09 Importance of uniform 17 Maize hybrid profiles We deal honestly and fairly
33 Trait characteristics notes
plant emergence in 23 LumiGENTM System with customers, employees and
achieving greater yields business associates.
and profitability. JOINT PARTNERSHIPS We vigorously market our products,
11 Getting it right – but without misrepresentation.
all season long 25 Cure Kids - A bag for
a good cause We provide helpful management
information to assist customers
in making optimum profits from
our products.
Cover (right to left) Rob Craig with Regional Manager David McDonald
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With you from
the word go.
Welcome to the 2018-2019 Pioneer® brand products Maize for Grain catalogue.
Looking back, I note that the last two seasons have presented significant challenges to the growing
of successful maize grain crops. They have also reminded us of the adage “no two seasons are the
same!” The 2016-17 season remained cool throughout, ultimately resulting in delayed harvest, while
the grain-fill period of the 2017-18 season, combined a rare run of high temperatures with adequate
rainfall resulting in more timely harvest at lower grain moisture levels.
To meet these challenges growers need to be “on-the-ball” with the application of timely best
practice crop management. This includes the selection of hybrids with known agronomic, disease
and yield stability strengths to address the challenges presented by unpredictable seasonal weather.
Our aim is to assist growers to plant “the right product for the right paddock!” An aim supported by
our comprehensive, New Zealand-wide hybrid testing programme. This enables our Research and
Sales Teams, along with active grower, contractor and merchant participation to observe season-long
suitability of hybrids in paddocks near you.
I would like to specifically thank everyone who assists with planting and harvesting trials, which
is foundational to our collective success.
The full outcome of this programme is reflected in this catalogue where 14 tried and proven hybrids
are presented for planting next season.
We are also proud to launch the LumiGEN™ system. This seed treatment system is an integrated
holistic approach from our world-wide network to provide the optimum treatment solution
for our customers.
To demonstrate ongoing commitment to our customers’, we are extending the Early Order Offer
from sharing farmers replant risk to include harvest failure. Farmers who order their Pioneer®
maize seed before 30 June, and who are unable to harvest 100% of their maize crop, will receive
replacement seed and $100 towards the planting of the affected area.
Our mantra is ‘with you from the word go’ – supporting our growers every step of the way, from
planting to harvest, provides the best possible chance of a successful crop. Our nationwide field team
live just around the corner working alongside local merchants and contractors to ensure you extract
maximum value from every one of our hybrids.
I would also like to acknowledge a big loss that not only our Pioneer family felt but by the whole
industry, the passing of Paul Baker. Paul spent his whole working life in the industry and was
known as the “go-to guy” for anything maize grain related. Paul will be dearly missed by us all.
All the best for the 2018-19 season.
Regards
STEVE RICHARDSON
HEAD OF SALES, MARKETING AND BUSINESS EFFECTIVENESS
Barry McCarter, Maize Product Manager, and George Gray Grain Account Manager.
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FARM
STORIES
Fifth generation
Wanganui farming family
continues passion for maize
ROB & SARAH CRAIG, WANGANUI
A family farm with a rich history in maize cropping is showing no sign of slowing
down its supply of maize for grain and silage to local farmers.
Rob and Sarah Craig farm a mixed cropping and The property has withstood its fair share of weather
livestock property on Whangaehu Beach Road, east challenges in recent years, with severe floods in 2004
of Wanganui, farming sheep, cattle and mixed and again in 2015, leaving large silt deposits on farm.
cropping – including Pioneer® brand maize, barley
“As with the 2004 flood, the 2015 flood left large
and green feed brassicas.
areas of silting up to 20 cm deep in some paddocks,
The farm has been in the Craig family since the late and that was the main catalyst to plant maize for the
1800’s, but it wasn’t until 50 years ago, in 1968, first time in over 25 years,” Rob says.
when the first maize crop was grown, with Rob’s “I saw the maize as a good crop to get into those
grandfather Don acknowledged as a pioneer in the areas, as the long root structure could get through
Wanganui maize industry. the layer of silt and we would be able to increase the
Despite concerns by critics that Wanganui had organic matter in the soil with the trash left behind
“too little hot weather, too much wind and not after harvest.”
enough rain to grow maize”, Don forged ahead This season, Rob planted 22 ha of Pioneer maize for
anyway, saying: “I cannot see any reason why grain (P9721) and an additional 8 ha of Pioneer maize
other farmers in the district can’t diversify their for silage (P9911).
production with this type of crop.”
Currently he is yielding 22 tDM/ha+ for silage, which
And he was right: he grew a successful maize crop is purchased by a local dairy farmer, and 15.7 tDM/
to supplement the dwindling income from his ha+ for grain, which is sold by a long-standing grain
200-acre sheep and cattle farm. growers group, comprising of a number of local
When Don started out he was achieving a yield growers who pool their grain to increase saleability.
of 130-150 bushels/acre (a maize bushel weighed Rob intends to continue a rotation of Pioneer maize
56 pounds). in the near future as the soils improve; the high
Don’s enthusiasm for maize was continued when his yields also ensure good profitability.
son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Louisa, took “My Pioneer Regional Manager David McDonald has
over the farm, growing 100 acres of maize or more been fantastic - from the beginning, when he used
at a time. Bruce was proud of his maize crop, to bug me to grow maize again, right through to the
entering – and winning – Maize Grower of the Year technical expertise he can provide now that we are
on several occasions. actually back in the game,” Rob says.
During the 1980’s, Bruce phased the maize out, “He is always available for technical advice and
preferring to grow barley as the main cereal crop. continues to look for ways to help us achieve our on-
In 2003, his son and daughter-in-law Rob and Sarah farm goals, in particular believing that maize can be
took over the now 360 ha farm as the fifth generation a long-standing and sustainably-grown crop as part
of Craig to farm in the lower Whangaehu valley. of our farm rotation once again.”
Rob Craig and Regional Manager David McDonald
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FARM
STORIES
hybrid P1253, is also grown for domestic supply for
making Mexicano brand corn chips.
Nigel, who oversees the farm and is supported
by Farm Manager Darren Burns, says they chose
to grow maize for grain because it fits well with
the land class.
Organic maize “It is a sustainable monocrop, where soil fertility
is continuing to grow in the newly established
a key element
river silt country,” Nigel says.
“On heavy country, the flexibility of when to plant
in Hastings
and harvest the maize crop helps look after soils.”
Soil improvement is also congruent to maximising
farming
grain yield.
“We are seeing slight but steady improvement
operation
in the yield, but the main thing is we are not
having big swings in yield; our results are
consistent,” Nigel says.
Another contributing factor to maintaining
TE TUA STATION LTD., HASTINGS
healthy soils and great yields is using BioRich
certified organic compost on the organic maize
A Hawke’s Bay farming operation is certainly
cropping land: BioRich Ltd partners with Te Tua
not short on feathers in its cap – and the
Station Ltd to grow BioGro organic maize.
potential to become an authority in the future
of the organic maize industry. Also owned by Mike Glazebrook, BioRich
Ltd handles 50,000 tonnes of organic waste
annually and supplies home gardens through to
Te Tua Station Ltd, owned by Mike Glazebrook
horticulturalists in Hawke’s Bay and Bay of Plenty
and located in Hastings, is a diverse operation
with input for apples, beans, beetroot, grapes,
comprising 300 ha of maize, squash, sweetcorn,
kiwifruit, onions, maize, tomatoes and more.
tomatoes and beetroot, with an additional 900 ha
of lambs, bull beef and Wagyu beef. Pioneer® brand products Area Manager
Simon Begley and Pioneer Agronomy Manager
Pioneer® maize is an integral part of the cropping
Darren Burns, Area Manager Simon Begley and Nigel Halpin.
Dr. Rowland Tsimba have been instrumental
operation, and going forward, organic maize for
in analysing maize performance with Nigel
grain will play an even larger part.
and Darren.
The farm has been growing maize for 12 years,
“We’ve completed timely field walks looking
and in 2016 made its first move into organic maize
at establishment, mid-season nutrition, and
to fill a customer requirement.
yield assessment pre-harvest,” Simon says.
“Fortunately, that fit perfectly with the farm and
“We actively look for areas for economic
composting business, BioRich Ltd,” Te Tua Station
yield improvement.”
Ltd Operations Manager Nigel Halpin says.
Nigel says prior to the field walks, they took
Currently, 68 ha of organic maize (Pioneer®
growing maize lightly.
P0725) for chicken feed is supplied to Bostock’s
organic free-range chickens. An additional 55 ha “However, with attention to detail we have
is currently in conversion to organics, for a new improved the reliability of our seasonal yields,”
organic maize market yet to be established. he says.
Another 80 ha is earmarked for conversion “It’s very important to have a good relationship
to organics starting winter 2018. with your maize company, in terms of advice,
support and success.
“We have the potential for a 200 ha organic maize
operation,” Nigel says. “And the importance of choosing a tested and
proven hybrid, such as Pioneer hybrids, goes
An additional 80 ha of conventional maize, Pioneer®
without saying.”
Nigel Halpin and Area Manager Simon Begley.
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Non-uniform emergence can be attributed to a range (Waikato) show successful emergence for seeds planted at
of factors including poor seed bed preparation, soil 20 cm depth in potting mix (peat soil).
moisture and temperature variation and seeding depth.
If soil moisture is adequate within the top profile there
While seeding depth can influence emergence timing
is no reason to plant deeper than 4-5 cm. In these
through distance between seed placement and the soil
conditions deeper planting can result in slower and
surface, the main reason for non-uniform emergence
more variable emergence, increased vulnerability
is usually through temperature or moisture variation,
to soil crusting and seedling diseases and insects.
particularly in cold or dry soils. Exceeding recommended
planter speed can significantly influence seeding Some people may prefer planting shallower than 4 cm
depth variability. to speed up emergence. This practice is not recommended
In drier situations soil moisture variability is largest closer because nodal roots develop about 1.9 cm (3/4”) below
to the surface, resulting in variable emergence if seeds are the soil surface. Shallower planting means that nodal
planted within this zone. To ensure adequate moisture roots are positioned either at or just below the soil surface,
uptake to achieve uniform emergence, good seed-to-soil increasing the chance of rootless corn syndrome
contact is critical (see Figure 3). (see Figure 4) later in the season when hot, dry
Figure 1 - Ideal plant establishment resulting in uniformly size ears. weather inhibits nodal root development.
Importance of uniform plant
emergence in achieving
greater yields and profitability.
As we set out to start the season, it is critical to sit back and re-evaluate what our primary goals are. For most
people increased yields and/or profitability, as well as reducing the environmental impact, are ranked highest.
Factors that reduce the genetic potential of your crop Maize plant or ear size variability is more common than
will not only affect your bottom line but could indirectly some people realise, and can usually be attributed to non-
influence the environmental impact. Crops are usually uniform emergence. Late emerging plants will struggle to
fertilised for a particular yield level, and failure to achieve compete for light, nutrients and moisture with their larger
that potential could result in excess nutrients being lost neighbours, eventually turning into small or “runt” plants
to the environment. which are rarely capable of producing full-sized ears
Figure 3 - Variable establisment due to poor seed-to-soil contact.
(see Figure 2). Contrary to common belief that the bigger
Even with the best paddock, hybrid, chemical, fertiliser, The standard planting depth recommendation for
plants can compensate for the smaller neighbouring Figure 4 - Plants displaying rootless corn syndrome courtesy of
tillage system, planting date or density, it is still important maize is 4–5 cm (1.5–2”). This allows for quick and Jason Kelley, University of Arkansas.
plants, the level of “flex” is usually very limited.
to create an environment that allows plants to perform to optimum emergence rates as well as proper root system Even though 4–5 cm (1.5–2’’) planting is the standard
their maximum potential. The crop must have a great start development in soils with moisture levels close to field recommendation, the depth must be adjusted for
off the blocks and hinderance to perfect establishment capacity. If the 4–5 cm soil zone is drier it is best to plant environmental or soil conditions. It is best to plant
means that the affected plants will never catch up, deeper, particularly if no rain is forecast within deeper in drier conditions and stick to the recommended
resulting in decreased yields. a few days. standards when soils moisture conditions are closer to
Ideal plant establishment is evidenced by stands containing Maize can emerge from fairly deep planting depths field capacity. Provided moisture conditions are adequate,
uniformly normal-sized plants that consistently produce depending on soil texture. Research shows that maize is there is no benefit in planting deeper than necessary,
one full-sized ear (see Figure 1). This is only possible if all capable of emerging as deep as 7.5–9 cm (3-3.5”) on clay particularly in early planting situations (cold soils). Other
seeds/plants are given the same opportunity to express soils, 10–11.5 cm (4-4.5”) on loam soils and 13–15 cm than moisture variability, shallow planting can also
their full potential. (5-6”) on sandy soils. Studies at the Rukuhia Research site increase vulnerability of seeds to bird or rat damage.
Figure 2 - Small ears produced on “runt” plants.
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Getting it right –
all season long
Hybrid selection is important for maize grain growers and users alike as it will have an important impact
on agronomic management of the crop, yield, grain quality and profitability. When selecting a grain hybrid,
farmers should consider the following factors:
Hybrid maturity and agronomic traits During the grain fill period last season, conditions were important in areas that experienced significant NLB last differences in seed germination and vigour are also
highly favourable for Northern Leaf Blight (NLB) in many season. In such cases, it is recommended that hybrids with influenced by seed harvest timing, handling, drying,
Begin by identifying a group of hybrids which have the
North Island growing regions, resulting in significant a Pioneer rating of 6 or higher should be considered. conditioned storage and seed treatment. Genetic impurity
correct maturity and high ratings for the agronomic and or off-type plants within a hybrid may also cause yield loss
blighting, particularly as crops approached silage harvest
disease resistance traits that are important in your area. Other strategies to consider include, removing crop residue
and grain maturity. and negatively influence grain quality. Growers can plant
In grain hybrids early growth, drought tolerance, stalk (as is the case with silage crops), significantly shredding
Pioneer maize hybrids with the assurance that their seed
strength and husk cover are particularly important traits Northern Leaf Blight overwinters in diseased maize residues residue through the combine, incorporating residue into
has been produced in Gisborne to the highest international
to note. (See the Trait Characteristics on page 33 for a range and spores are produced when environmental conditions the soil, planting a winter cover crop, timely planting, top standards for genetic purity and germination.
of important trait ratings) become favourable in spring and early summer. These spores agronomic management of next season’s crop and in some
are spread by rain splash and air currents and infection situations the application of registered fungicides. When to harvest
In making the call on hybrid maturity remember to consider occurs when water is present on the leaf surface for 12 hours Season long attention to planting date, plant population,
its impact on grain harvest timing, delivery commitments Total grain yield
and temperatures are 18 to 27ºC. Secondary spread occurs fertility and weed control will set your crop up for the
and grain quality requirements of end users. With the from plant to plant or field to field as spores are carried long From those hybrids that meet your maturity, agronomic delivery of optimum yields. The final step for grain growers
availability of high yielding short maturing hybrids there are distances by the wind. Infections generally begin on lower and disease resistance requirements, select 3 or 4 hybrids is harvest timing. Ideal harvest time is when your grain
an increasing number of growers planting these hybrids to leaves, even though last season many infections were first that are expected to meet your growing objectives. The moisture content is between 20-24%.
enable earlier harvest, timely planting of the following grass noted in the upper plant canopy, the result of infection from final hybrid selection step should be based upon an analysis
Pioneer® brand products and our grower network invests
or cover crop, while enhancing annual return per hectare. some distance. of summary grain yield data. Side-by-side comparisons
a great deal in observation and yield evaluation in over 300
Disease considerations conducted over several seasons at 20 or more locations,
Infections by NLB can occur at any growth stage during the grain and silage trials annually. For further information on
season, but plants are more susceptible to infection after in your growing region, will give an excellent measure
Proper disease management is critical to preserving planning your next crop, please contact your merchant,
flowering. The earlier symptoms develop, the more leaf of yield performance contractor or Pioneer Area Manager.
crop yields. The first line of defence is genetic resistance.
Pioneer® brand hybrids are rated on a scale of 1 (susceptible)
area is reduced and the more impact on yield. Seed Quality
to 9 (resistant) for their level of genetic resistance to One of the most effective means of managing NLB is Maize hybrids vary genetically in their ability to germinate
major diseases. selecting resistant maize hybrids. This will be especially and grow rapidly in our cool wet spring soils. However,
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Proven Pioneer hybrid performance
Good crop management practices certainly help achieve high yields, the most important decision at the start of
the season is to select and plant the highest yielding hybrid suited to the growing situation being considered.
The product performance and positioning information below will assist farmers to make informed hybrid
Maize
selection decisions this spring.
Maize Hybrid Performance Comparison Chart
hybrids
Test Weight
Harvest Moisture Yield Advantage Statistical
Hybrid A Hybrid B Number of trials Difference
% Difference (kg/ha) significance
(kg/HL)
Northland and South Auckland
P0362 P0021 6 -0.85 1012 NS -0.50
Over the past 40 years, Pioneer® brand seeds has been working with P0362 P9911 6 -0.52 1163 CA 2.70
New Zealand farmers to help them get the best from their maize hybrids. P0640 P0891 28 0.26 77 NS -6.18
Over this time our hybrid range has broadened and improved and we are P1477W P1253 7 -1.31 1485 -0.33
now pleased to offer 14 grain hybrids for the 2018-19 season. Waikato
With over 150 grain trials in the ground every season, chances P0021 P9721 136 -0.61 64 NS 1.75
are we are trialling our products somewhere near you. This allows us P0362 P0547 12 -1.99 825 0.12
to offer the right hybrid to suit your specific environment so you can
P0640 P0362 7 0.64 1271 CA -3.79
plant with confidence.
P0891 P0640 95 -0.57 61 NS 5.23
Our in-field team are dedicated to, and know your area, so please contact us, Bay of Plenty
or your local merchant or contractor, for advice on choosing the right hybrid
P0640 P0891 58 0.42 66 NS -5.88
to best fit your farming goals.
P1253 P0640 60 -0.71 963 5.30
P1253 P0891 128 -0.34 739 -0.23
P1477W P1253 8 -1.25 316 NS -1.41
Gisborne and North Hawke’s Bay
Optimum AQUAmax ®
P0640 P0891 41 0.57 178 NS -5.85
More out of every drop. P1253 P0640 38 -1.62 811 5.03
page 16
P1253 P0891 98 -0.84 650 -0.49
P9241 P9400 17 0.06 434 NS -1.29
Central Hawke’s Bay, Lower North Island and South Island
LumiGENTM System
The next generation seed treatment P0362 P0021 11 -2.30 657 CA -0.97
page 23 P0362 P9911 11 -0.80 1324 3.44
P8805 P9400 86 0.45 218 CA -1.67
P9241 P9400 80 0.31 237 CA -2.32
Positive harvest moisture differences indicate that Hybrid A had a lower average Statistical Significance
harvest moisture percentage at harvest than Hybrid B. Such hybrids are usually
earlier in maturity or faster to drydown than Hybrid B. Negative moisture differences = very highly significant yield advantage
indicate that Hybrid A had a higher average harvest moisture percentage at = highly significant yield advantage
harvest. Such hybrids are usually later in maturity or slower to drydown than the = significant yield advantage
comparison hybrid. CA = commercially acceptable yield advantage
NS = no statistical yield advantage.
Positive test weight differences indicate hybrid A had higher grain test weight.
Source: Pioneer® brand products New Zealand Research Programme.
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Remembering
one of our own. Optimum Drought
AQUAmax® Susceptible
As you may be aware, Paul Baker passed away in and passion for outcomes to progress, Paul had
Hybrid Hybrid
January 2018 after a fight with cancer. It has been a vision for the Pioneer® brand seeds Yield Cup
a tragedy for his family, his current and former to be redeveloped to fit maize growing of today.
colleagues and his customers. Everyone was
As a lasting memory to Paul, the Pioneer® brand
understandably devastated.
Grain Yield Cup has been reinvigorated. From the
Paul was such a great guy with a huge smile, warm 2018-2019 growing season on, the rules for the
heart, love of family who enjoyed fishing, and the Cup have changed. Growers will be competing for
odd rum. He will be deeply missed. not only their Regional Yield Cups but for the new
national Paul Baker Memorial Yield Cup which
Paul Baker was someone who was very passionate
will be awarded to the grower who
about the New Zealand grain industry. He was
More out of every drop
has the highest national yield.
always wanting to get the best outcomes for both
the industry and the growers. A large part of this This was a part of Paul’s vision for
was through working with grain growers around the cup and a fitting tribute. God
the country to increase grain yields. The Pioneer® bless you PB. We all still miss you mate.
Optimum AQUAmax® hybrids are exciting revolutionary products that offer growers additional choices to help
brand seeds Yield Cup showcased and recognised
the yield achievements for any growing season.
minimise risk and maximise crop productivity under drought stress.
Steve Richardson
Paul was seen in Pioneer and the wider industry,
Head of Sales.
as the Grain Man, he was the go to for anything Developed and tested utilising
Optimum AQUAmax® hybrid benefits:
grain related. With his knowledge of the industry Pioneer’s extensive drought
technology research and Maximise water access through Deliver yield stability even
proprietary Accelerated Yield an extended rooting system. in dry seasons.
Technology (AYT™) system,
Help minimise the risk of
Optimum AQUAmax® hybrids help
decreased yields due to
deliver a yield advantage in water-
The new Yield Cup rules, which will limited environments.
drought stress.
come in to play for the 2018-2019
season are:
• Growers must select which field and maturity group they wish
to record for their Cup entry. The maturity groups and regions
for entry will stay the same.
Optimum AQUAmax® grain hybrid range for the 2018-2019 season
• 1 entry per grower per maturity group.
• Yields for the hybrid in a designated field will be limited to a
single weighing of grain harvested in a 1000 square metre plot.
• Entries need to be registered with Pioneer by 10 December 2018.
P9127 P9241
See page 17 See page 18
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P8805 P9241
CRM 88 CRM 92
A brawny all-rounder in both Reassuring all-rounder –
tough and ideal conditions. built to yield, bred to defend.
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
A tough hybrid providing growers with production stability. An early maturity AQUAmax® hybrid with a solid all round
Stalk strength 6 Stalk strength 6
P8805 performs where water may be limited as well as under agronomic profile, disease resistances and yield stability.
Root strength 5 ideal conditions. Root strength 6 Moderately tall with low ear placement, good standability and the
Drought tolerance 8 A top yielding product for grain and silage that has excellent all- Drought tolerance 9 best combination of drought and staygreen.
round agronomics, a balanced disease profile and fast drydown. Analysis of the trial data shows that P9241 yields particularly well
Grain drydown 8 Grain drydown 7
A resilient widely adapted plant which may be grown from in the Lower North Island and East Coast regions.
Staygreen 7 Staygreen 8
Northland, as a very early option, all the way to Canterbury as a Companion with P8805, P9127 and P9400.
fuller season product.
Max 9 Max 9
An increasingly popular choice for growers in northern
production regions who require early grain harvest.
P9127 P9400
CRM 91 CRM 94
Bred to yield, destined Trusty and reliable. Delivers
to impress. quality grain, time after time.
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
New early maturity Optimum AQUAmax® offering yield stability An imposing plant producing top grain yields with impressive
Stalk strength 6 Stalk strength 7
for grain and silage. test weights.
Root strength 6 A tall plant with strong roots, stalks, drought tolerance and Root strength 7 Strong agronomically with a sound disease resistance offering.
Drought tolerance 9 staygreen combined with superior Northern Leaf Blight, Eyespot Drought tolerance 7 Widely adapted. Performs best in moderate to high yield
and Rust resistances for impressive late season eye appeal. P9127 environments from Kaitaia to Masterton.
Grain drydown 5 Grain drydown 6
has good husk cover and ear rot resistances and is often prolific.
Staygreen 7 Staygreen 6
Intermediate in maturity between P8805 and P9721.
Widely adapted to all North Island growing regions where a
hybrid of this maturity is required. Yields best in moderate to
Max 9 Max 9
high yielding paddocks.
Companion with P8805, P9241 and P9400.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Hybrid comparisons are only valid within a range of + or - 4 CRM. These descriptions mainly feature product strengths. When choosing hybrids, also
review carefully the trait ratings found in the table on page 33. Contact your local Pioneer Area Manager or Merchant for further advice.
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CRM 97 CRM 103
The hero for fast drydown and Robust hybrid with yield stability
yields you can bank on. and “eye appeal”
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
P9721 offers a great all-round balanced package of agronomic Has exceptionally robust all-round plant profile producing a long
Stalk strength 6 Stalk strength 6
traits, with wide adaptability for the production of industry ear with deep grain and sound husk cover.
Root strength 5 leading grain yields in this maturity. Root strength 7 A top option where standability, Northern Leaf Blight, Rust and
Drought tolerance 8 Has very fast drydown for earlier harvest and reduced Drought tolerance 7 Eyespot are concerns. These strengths are complemented by
drying costs. drought tolerance, staygreen, sound ear rot resistances and
Grain drydown 9 Grain drydown 5
Widely grown as a mid to late maturity hybrid in the yield stability.
Staygreen 7 Staygreen 8
Lower North Island while it is an earlier option in the Widely adapted to North Island growing regions where a hybrid
warmer regions in the north. of this maturity is required.
Max 9 Max 9
Plant with P9400 and P0021. Great mid-maturity option between P0021 and P0547.
P0021 P0547
CRM 100 CRM 105
Has earned respect in Northland
Hard to beat favourite. and Rangitikei.
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
A relatively short plant with excellent grain yields. A broadly adapted hybrid that is particularly productive in
Stalk strength 6 Stalk strength 7
Produces an eye-catching cob on plants with sound standability Northland and Rangitikei.
Root strength 7 and staygreen, bundled together with top disease resistances. Root strength 6 Shows very fast grain drydown so reaches grain harvest moisture
Drought tolerance 7 Excellent option in moderate to high yield environments. Drought tolerance 8 as a 102 CRM hybrid which facilitates earlier harvest.
Grain drydown 6 P0021 is an important mid-maturity hybrid in the north and Grain drydown 7 Where Northern Leaf Blight is a concern plant P0021 or P0362
a top full-maturity option in the Lower North Island. depending on maturity requirements.
Staygreen 7 Staygreen 6
Widely planted from Northland to Rangitikei.
Max 9 Max 9
Companion with P9721 or P0362 depending on agronomic
and maturity requirements.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Hybrid comparisons are only valid within a range of + or - 4 CRM. These descriptions mainly feature product strengths. When choosing hybrids, also
review carefully the trait ratings found in the table on page 33. Contact your local Pioneer Area Manager or Merchant for further advice.
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CRM 106 CRM 109
Leaf disease champion - delivers Pack your paddock for bin
the performance advantage. topping yields.
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
Great looking hybrid combining excellent all-round agronomics P1253 is moderate in height, with low ear placement, a strong
Stalk strength 6 Stalk strength 6
with desirable ear rot, superior Northern Leaf Blight, Common agronomic package, excellent staygreen and good drydown
Root strength 6 Rust and Eyespot resistances. Root strength 5 for maturity.
Drought tolerance 7 A tall plant with sound standability, staygreen and drought Drought tolerance 7 P1253 is well adapted to moderate to higher yielding situations.
tolerance producing very impressive grain yields. Growers will
Grain drydown 8 Grain drydown 6 Plant early to optimise its impressive performance opportunity.
appreciate the harvest opportunity presented by this hybrid’s
Staygreen 8 outstanding drydown. Staygreen 8 Produces impressive yields of grain with high test weight and
notable quality.
P0640 is particularly productive in Waikato while providing
Max 9 Max 9
grain yield stability in a wider range of environments including After several very productive seasons P1253 is widely grown
Northland, Bay of Plenty and East Coast. in Bay of Plenty, Poverty Bay and Hawke’s Bay.
Companion with P0362 and P0547 after considering yield
expectation, hybrid maturity and desired harvest timing.
P0891 P1477W
CRM 107 CRM 114
The perfect all-rounder. Here at last! A top performing
Produces a “sea of gold.” white hybrid!
Grain yield potential 9 Grain yield potential 9
Delivers exceptional yield stability for grain and silage from A white grained hybrid producing attractive well filled cobs of
Stalk strength 8 Stalk strength 8
Kaitaia to Napier. food quality, high test weight grain. Valued by food corn and
Root strength 6 Very good drought tolerance, standability and staygreen Root strength 8 poultry producers.
Drought tolerance 8 combined with strong resistance to Northern Leaf Blight, Drought tolerance 7 Tall, erect leaf, modern plant type with excellent standability,
Common Rust and Eyespot. drought tolerance and staygreen. All bundled together with
Grain drydown 6 Grain drydown 6
Best suited to moderate to high yielding paddocks. superior Northern Leaf Blight, Common Rust, Eyespot and
Staygreen 7 Staygreen 8 Fusarium ear rot resistances.
Produces grain with excellent appearance, very high test weight
and with food grade end-use quality. Plant early in Northland, Bay of Plenty, Poverty Bay and
Max 9 Max 9
Hawke’s Bay to deliver on the yield potential of this
Well adapted to high plant populations which should be adjusted compelling hybrid.
to match growing conditions and yield expectations.
Other hybrids to consider include P0640 and P1253.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Hybrid comparisons are only valid within a range of + or - 4 CRM. These descriptions mainly feature product strengths. When choosing hybrids, also Hybrids also available this season: P8000, 38P05.
review carefully the trait ratings found in the table on page 33. Contact your local Pioneer Area Manager or Merchant for further advice.
21 A Yates Family Business Maize for Grain 2018-2019 22ET
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The next generation
of seed treatment Change in seed treatment options 2017 to 2018
To maintain its position as New Zealand’s leading maize seed company, Pioneer® brand products strives With the introduction of the new LumiGENTM System, we are offering a new range of seed treatment options.
to pass on the fruit of its cutting-edge research and development by providing its valued customers with The table below shows the new LumiGENTM System treatment which will provide an equivalent level
products that are continuously improving. of protection to your old treatment.
With that in mind, Pioneer is proud to introduce its The LumiGEN™ System treatment ups the ante,
new seed treatment offering, the LumiGEN™ System, incorporating Bacillus spp. to aid in early root and Seed Treatment 2017 LumiGENTM System End Use 2018
a seed treatment system to be implemented across root hair growth in early establishment.
Pioneer brands globally. L-201 Silage Biological
The LumiGEN™ System treatment process not Fungicide
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Pioneer here in New Zealand is now able to access seed only applies a precise amount of insecticide and Polymer L-202 Grain NEW Polymer
treatment combinations which have been successful fungicide to every seed, it also applies proven
around the world – meaning its maize growers will have seed polymers to your seed, securing the active Biological
access to internationally recognised seed treatments for ingredients to the seed and reducing the risk of Fungicide
Fungicide
their own crop. flaking and dust formation, while enhancing seed Mesurol®* Mesurol®* L-202+ Grain
Methiocarb
flowability through the planting process. Polymer NEW Polymer
Coupled with Pioneer’s world-class seed treatment
application methods, which uses a high-performance, Pioneer customers can rest easy knowing that
computer-controlled batch treating method, Pioneer seed treatment under the LumiGEN™ System will Fungicide
L-301 Silage Biologicals
Fungicide
customers will be hard-pressed to find a more advanced lay the foundation for a successful harvest, giving Gaucho®* Gaucho®* L-301+ Silage
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seed treatment. their crop the protection it needs at planting to Polymer L-302 Grain NEW Polymer
help them achieve a high-yielding crop of excellent
The benefits of using insecticide-treated maize seed
are well understood: it is the most important step in
quality. Biologicals
Fungicide L-401 Grain & Silage Fungicide
reducing the risk of insect damage to seedling plants,
Poncho®* Poncho®*
L-401+ Grain & Silage Clothianidin
thereby increasing crop yields and grower profitability. Polymer NEW Polymer
Methiocarb is the active ingredient in Mesurol®*. *Registered trademark of the Bayer Group
Imidacloprid is the active ingredient in Gaucho®*.
Clothianidin is the active ingredient in Poncho®*.
23 A Yates Family Business Maize for Grain 2018-2019 24Penny’s Story Professor Sally Merry
Cure Kids Ambassador Cure Kids Duke Family Chair in Child
and Adolescent Mental Health
Cure Kids is thrilled to welcome Penny, who lives
University of Auckland
with type-1 diabetes, to the Cure Kids family.
A bag for a
Penny has been living with Type 1 diabetes since Cure Kids is funding a piece of research that aims to
improve the relationships between children and their
she was diagnosed at 22 months old.
parents or caregivers, and increase the number of kids
“I can’t remember not having diabetes,” enjoying a flourishing and fulfilling life.
good cause
she says.
Prof. Sally Merry, Infant, Child and Adolescent
“It’s having to remember to put insulin in, Psychiatrist and Cure Kids Chair of Child and
testing my blood glucose and watching Adolescent Mental Health at the University
my carbs.” of Auckland.
In New Zealand more than 200,000 have diabetes She and her team are developing a programme of
ANNOUNCING OUR JOINT PARTNERSHIP digital tools to improve the mental health of young
(mostly Type 2 diabetes) and it is thought that
WITH CURE KIDS about 100,000 people who have it have not been
children by strengthening parenting skills and hence
the relationship between parents and children.
Cure Kids are New Zealand’s leading child health research charity. diagnosed, according to the Ministry of Health.
Prof. Merry’s programme will harness evidenced-
Our vision is a healthy childhood for everyone. Type 1 diabetes, usually diagnosed in childhood, based, positive parenting methods, and translate them
is an auto-immune condition that results in the to a digital platform. The programme focus will be on
Since forming in 1971, Cure Kids unexpected death in infancy body not creating enough insulin to keep blood- preschool and early school-age children with three
have funded more than $40 million (SUDI), stillbirth, burns, and child sugar levels normal. components to it.
of research, which has enabled and adolescent mental health, People with Type 1 have to monitor their blood- Sally and her team have partnered with a Pacific
vast improvements in the health among many others. glucose levels very carefully; making sure to eat educationalist and researcher, Dr. Esther Cowley
of children – extending, improving the right foods and exercising regularly. There Malcolm, who has developed an app, ‘Play Kindly’.
Thousands of children and their
and saving the lives of kids both is no cure. The objective of the app is to give parents options for
families are living well, as a result managing challenging behaviour.
here and around the world. of life-saving research funded by Recently Penny celebrated her 12th birthday
Cure Kids. The reality remains They will design a ‘back-end’ system which
Cure Kids are the only charity in and instead of asking for presents, she asked her
establishes best-practice methods for collecting data
New Zealand that funds research however, that there is still so friends and family to make a donation to Cure
from the digital interventions. This data will enable
across a broad spectrum of child much work to be done, to address Kids – raising a total of $1300.
the researchers to measure indicators that show
health. They have funded, or alarming health statistics affecting improvement because of the intervention.
Penny wish is for a cure for everyone
are currently funding, research our young people.
with diabetes. The app will be developed for parents to identify and
investigating better treatments Pioneer® brand products are support their children’s emotional, behavioural and
“I know what it’s like to live with a chronic
and cures for inherited heart excited about this partnership and developmental needs. It’ll likely involve techniques
condition that has no cure and it’s just not fair.
conditions, cystic fibrosis, what we will work on together such as desensitisation to anxiety as well as methods
I never get a break from it - not on my birthday,
childhood cancers, sudden in the years to come. for dealing with temper tantrums.
not on Christmas day. Never.”
This is a multifaceted programme that promises
“But I’m hoping that one day they find a cure.” to improve a child’s mental wellbeing through
developing effective and positive parenting practises.
25 A Yates Family Business Maize for Grain 2018-2019 26Maize growing tool
Tools
Indicative maize for grain costs of
production for the 2018-2019 season
The economics of growing maize for grain are dependent on growing costs, crop yield and the price received Cartage and drying costs
per tonne of grain.
As a guide, the approximate fixed and variable costs to grow maize for grain are shown in this table. Yield
Tonnes per hectare : WET 12.14 13.29 14.45 15.61 16.76
Please contact your local Grain Merchant representative or contractor to establish current costs.
Tonnes per hectare : DRY (@ 14% moisture) 10.50 11.50 12.50 13.50 14.50
Use the ‘My costs’ column to determine your costs based on the estimates provided. Cartage and drying costs
Visit pioneer.nz to calculate your farm specific costs. Cartage - 50 km @ $20 per wet tonne 243 266 289 312 335
Drying (from 22% - 14%) @ $41 per wet tonne 498 545 592 640 687
Total drying costs per hectare 741 811 881 952 1,022
Cost summary ($) 10.5 t/ha DRY 11.5 t/ha DRY 12.5 t/ha DRY 13.5 t/ha DRY 14.5 t/ha DRY
Indicative cost Input costs 2,370 2,370 2,370 2,370 2,370
Growing and harvest costs estimate ($/ha)
My costs ($/ha)
Interest (on input costs) 105 105 105 105 105
Drying costs & cartage costs 741 811 881 952 1,022
Soil tests, other 10 Total costs 3,216 3,286 3,356 3,427 3,497
Pre-planting
Base: Lime @ 1 t/ha + application 80
Base fertiliser: 300 kg/ha + application 190
Maize for grain gross return per hectare sensitivity analysis
Cultivation: To planting specifications 370
Gross margin per hectare (revenue minus costs)
Pioneer® brand maize seed P0891 @ 94,000/ha 440
Maize for grain price
FAR levy ($1.00/10,000 kernels @ 94,000/ha) 10 10.5 t/ha DRY 11.5 t/ha DRY 12.5 t/ha DRY 13.5 t/ha DRY 14.5 t/ha DRY
($/tonne)
Planting
LumiGEN™ System L-401 seed insecticide treatment 140 $350 $459 $739 $1,019 $1,298 $1,578
Starter fertiliser: 250 kg/ha DAP + application 200 $370 $669 $969 $1,269 $1,568 $1,868
Planting 150 $390 $879 $1,199 $1,519 $1,838 $2,158
Pre emergence weed control 60 $410 $1,089 $1,429 $1,769 $2,108 $2,448
Post-planting
Post emergence weed control 60 $430 $1,299 $1,659 $2,019 $2,378 $2,738
Side dressing: 250 kg/ha urea + application 200
Spraying: Two applications 80 Assumptions
1. Costs to grow, harvest, transport and dry the crop are estimates only.
Harvest: Combine 380
2. Medium yield growing environment where 94,000 seeds of hybrid P0891 are planted per hectare.
Total input costs per hectare 3. Wet (harvest) moisture content of 22%.
$2,370
4. Costs are estimates based on a sample of contractor rates, other typical industry charges and product costs.
All costs exclude GST and were indicative at 31 March 2018. See www.pioneer.nz for updated costs.
Interest on input costs excluding harvest
Interest on $1,990 @ 8% for 8 months $ 105 Notes
The information in this tool is general in nature and is not intended to be a representation of actual costs. We do not accept any
responsibility or liability (whether as a result of negligence or otherwise) for any loss of any kind that may arise from actions based
Total costs (inputs & interest) on the contents of this tool or otherwise in connection with the use of this tool.
$2,475
27 A Yates Family Business Maize for Grain 2018-2019 28Pioneer® brand maize for grain hybrid
Hybrid recommendations for grain by region trait characteristics for 2018-2019
Tools
Recommended established
Maturity Yield Plant and agronomic traits Grain quality traits Food grade characteristics Disease resistance ratings26 plant populations
(000’S/HA) 27, 28, 29
Grain yield for maturity4
High yield environments
Anthracnose stalk rot
Northern leaf blight25
population (ear flex)6
Grain crude protein14
CRM to black layer3
CRM to grain harvest
Grain appearance13
Horny endosperm23
Pericarp removal20
Kernel red streak21
Drought tolerance
Grain oil content15
Challenging yield
Gibberella ear rot
Adaption to high
17
Adaption to low
Grain drydown12
Fusarium ear rot
Diplodia ear rot
Kernel Density18
CRM to silking2
Processing use
Kernel colour24
Kernel crown19
Common Rust
moisture (24%)
Medium yield
environments
environments
Early growth7
Root strength
Starch total16
Stalk strength
Plant height8
Kernel size22
Husk cover11
Test weight
population5
Head Smut
Staygreen10
Ear Height9
Eyespot25
Hybrid Hybrid
P8000 80 80 80 9 7 7 6 6 6 7 8 5 7 6 8 7 - - - 7 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 6 6 7 - - 5 - 100 110 115 P8000
P8805 88 88 88 9 9 7 8 6 5 6 5 6 7 5 8 6 8 7 6 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 7 6 6 - - 6 - 95 105 110 P8805
P9127 91 91 91 9 8 9 9 6 6 6 7 6 7 6 5 6 - - - 5 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 6 7 6 5 - 7 - 85 95 105 P9127
Region 1 Region 2 Region 3 Region 4 Region 5
P9241 92 92 92 9 7 8 9 6 6 7 7 5 8 6 7 6 - - - 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 6 6 6 6 - 5 - 85 95 105 P9241
South Waikato / King Country /
Coastal Taranaki / Rangitikei / 38P05 93 94 94 6 6 7 6 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 9 7 7 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 5 5 7 5 - 5 4 88 94 100 38P05
South Auckland / North & Central Coastal BOP / Gisborne /Northern Manawatu / Southern Wairarapa / Nelson / Marlborough / P9400 94 94 94 9 7 9 7 7 7 7 8 7 6 5 6 7 - - - 7 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 7 6 6 7 5 - 6 - 85 95 105 P9400
Northland / North Auckland Waikato Hawke’s Bay Central Hawke’s Bay North & Mid Canterbury
P9721 97 97 97 9 8 8 8 6 5 6 7 6 7 6 9 6 7 6 7 5 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 7 6 5 5 - 5 - 88 96 102 P9721
P0021 100 100 100 9 8 7 7 6 7 7 6 5 7 6 6 5 7 5 7 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 7 6 5 7 6 - 7 - 85 95 100 P0021
Hybrids CRM Maturity Hybrids CRM Maturity Hybrids CRM Maturity Hybrids CRM Maturity Hybrids CRM Maturity
P0362 105 105 105 9 9 6 7 6 7 6 7 5 8 6 5 6 - - - 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 6 7 7 5 6 - 5 - 88 96 105 P0362
P8000 < 83 Ultra Early P8000 < 83 Ultra Early P8000 < 83 Ultra Early P8000 < 83 Very Early Maturity P8000 < 80 Early Maturity
P0547 105 100 103 9 8 6 8 7 6 6 6 5 6 5 7 5 6 5 7 6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 5 6 5 6 5 6 4 4 88 96 102 P0547
P8805 P8805 P8805 P8805 P8805 81-89 Mid Maturity
Very Early Very Early Very Early P0640 106 106 106 9 7 9 7 6 6 7 8 6 8 6 8 6 - - - 5 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 7 7 6 6 5 6 7 - 85 95 100 P0640
P9127 84-93
Maturity P9127 84-93
Maturity P9127 84-93
Maturity P9127 84-93 Early Maturity P9241
P0891 107 107 107 9 9 6 8 8 6 6 7 4 7 6 6 9 - - 7 9 HT/AC 7 6 5 5 5 7 5 7 6 6 5 5 5 6 5 85 95 105 P0891
P9241 P9241 P9241 P9241 P9400 > 90 Full Maturity
P9721 P1253 109 109 109 9 8 6 7 6 5 6 6 5 8 6 6 8 - - - 9 HT/AC 8 8 6 9 5 9 4 5 6 5 5 6 6 5 6 88 94 100 P1253
P9400 P9400 P9400 P9400
94-99 Early Maturity 94-99 Early Maturity 94-99 Early Maturity 94-99 Mid Maturity P1477W 114 111 111 9 9 6 7 8 8 6 7 5 8 5 6 8 - - - 7 HT/AC 8 6 5 6 7 6 8 7 6 7 5 6 5 - 6 85 95 100 P1477W
P9721 P9721 P9721 P9721
P0021 P0021 P0021 P0021
P0362 100-106 Mid Maturity
P0362 100-106 Mid Maturity
P0362 100-106 Mid Maturity
P0362 > 100 Full Maturity
Ratings 9 = Outstanding 1 = Poor - = Insufficient data available = New hybrid NR = Not recommended
P0547 P0547 P0547 P0547
CRM = Comparative Relative Maturity n/a = Not applicable HT/AC = Refer to page 33, point 17
P0640 P0640 P0640
P0891 P0891 P0725 Pioneer sets tough yet honest standards when rating maize hybrids. These ratings are based on comparisons with other Pioneer® The hybrid descriptions in all New Zealand Pioneer® brand products publications conform to strict word usage protocols approved and
> 107 Full Maturity brand hybrids, NOT competitor hybrids and on average performance across areas of adaptation under normal conditions. used by Pioneer around the world. We do not use descriptive adjectives randomly or loosely. We have a policy of avoiding exaggerated
P1253 > 107 Full Maturity P1253 P0891 The ratings are based on both customer ‘side-by-side’ paddock experience and research comparison data. Individual seasons superlatives in product descriptions or product discussions. The following words are those approved for use in the product performance
> 107 Full Maturity
P1477W P1253 and paddock ratings may show a variation from these average comparative ratings. Extreme conditions may adversely affect descriptions listed on pages 17 to 22 of this catalogue.
performance. Comparisons between hybrids for yield and plant height are only valid within a similar maturity group
P1477W (+ or – 4 CRM). Notes on performance traits can be found on page 33. Trait Word and numeric alignment for Trait Word and numeric alignment for
ratings yield & agronomic traits ratings disease traits
Notes Disease precaution 8-9 Excellent, exceptional, outstanding, superb, impressive, industry-leading. 8-9 Highly resistant, excellent, exceptional, outstanding, impressive.
Regions depicted reflect general similarity of hybrid requirements. When choosing hybrids review carefully the hybrid performance profiles and the trait ratings on pages
Growers should balance hybrid yield potential, hybrid maturity and cultural practices (especially stubble management) against 7 Superior, very good, strong, sound, reliable, stable, dependable, consistent. 6-7 Resistant, superior, strong, very good.
31-32. Contact your Pioneer or merchant representative for further positioning advice. their anticipated risk of specific diseases and need for resistance. In high disease risk situations, consider planting hybrids with at
Publication abbreviations 6 Good, above average, sound, reliable, stable, dependable, consistent. 4-5 Intermediate, moderate, adequate, acceptable.
Hybrid maturity is based on heat unit accumulation through the season. Hybrids will therefore be quicker to harvest in warmer regions or warmer seasons. For example, least moderate resistance ratings of 5 or higher to help reduce risk. When susceptible hybrids with disease ratings of 1 to 3 are
ha = hectare tDM/ha = tonnes of drymatter per hectare kg/ha/year = kilograms per hectare per year a hybrid planted in coastal Bay of Plenty will be ready for harvesting much earlier than the same hybrid planted on the same day in Central Taranaki due to the faster planted in conditions of high disease pressure, the grower assumes a higher level of risk. If conditions are severe, even hybrids 5 Average, acceptable, adequate, moderate. 1-3 Susceptible (caution on use if disease is prevalent).
cm = centimetres t/ha = tonnes per hectare kg/hl = kilograms per hectolitre accumulation of heat units in the Bay of Plenty environment. This has important implications for hybrid selection. rated as resistant can be adversely affected. Independent of yield reduction, diseases can predispose plants to secondary 4 Acceptable, slightly below average.
m = metres kg = kilogram $/ha = $ per hectare Hybrid comparisons are only valid within a range of + or - 4 CRM (Comparative Relative Maturity). Contact your local Pioneer® brand products or Merchant representative diseases such as stalk rots. This requires individual field and hybrid monitoring for stalk stability and earlier harvest if necessary.
km = kilometers kg/ha = kilograms per hectare $/tonne = NZ dollars per tonne for further advice.
1-3 Marginal, susceptible, below average.
29 A Yates Family Business 30 31 Maize for Grain 2018-2019 32Trait characteristic notes Notes:
Tools
Tools
1
CRM to harvest moisture: 18
Kernel density:
Based on the grain moisture content at harvest, relative to other Pioneer® brand Relative rating of absolute density of kernels determined by a pycnometer.
hybrids. The higher the rating, the longer the growing season required for the 1 = Soft (low density). 2 - 4 = Average.
hybrid. It serves as a relative guide to compare the maturity difference between 5 - 7 = Hard. 8 - 9 = Very hard.
Pioneer® brand hybrids to the grain harvest moisture stage, stated as 22%
moisture.
19
Kernel crown:
Indicates size of dent with a higher score indicating smoother (flintier) crown on
2
CRM to silking: the kernel.
Based on the Growing Degree Units (GDUs) required for a hybrid to silk (flower)
relative to other Pioneer® brand hybrids. It gives an indication of whether a
20
Pericarp removal:
hybrid flowers early or late relative to its CRM to Harvest Moisture rating. Hybrids Indicates ease of removing pericarp with a higher score indicating better
with an early flowering CRM compared with black layer CRM will generally be pericarp removal.
better adapted to cool seasons within their area of adaption. 21
Kernel red streak:
3
CRM to black layer: Indicates the tendency of the kernels to red streak with a higher score indicating
Based on the GDUs required for a hybrid to reach black layer (physiological less tendency.
maturity) relative to other Pioneer® brand hybrids. It gives an indication of 22
Kernel size:
whether a hybrid reaches black layer early or late relative to its CRM to Harvest Indicates relative percentage of kernels that are smaller than medium flats.
Moisture rating. Black layer refers to the stage of grain fill when the plant is A higher score indicates greater percentage of larger kernels.
physiologically mature and no further grain filling or weight increment will take
place. Important: To help decide if a new hybrid fits your area’s growing season, 23
Horny endosperm:
compare its black layer rating to a hybrid that you have planted previously, or Score determined from visual observation of cross sectioned kernels. Score
one that is successfully used in your area. indicates that portion of the kernel with hard translucent starch suitable for
dry milling into maize grits. Higher scores indicate higher percentage of hard
4
Grain yield for maturity: endosperm.
Valid only to compare hybrids of approximately the same maturity (+ or – 4
CRM). 24
Kernel colour (yellow):
Higher score indicates a pale coloured kernel. Lower score indicates a darker
5
Adaptability to high population:
colour. Scores in the 5 - 7 range indicate a more desirable yellow coloured grain.
A measure of the mix of genetic factors that permit a maize plant to withstand
the stresses of high population and still give good standability and a high 25
Northern Leaf Blight (NLB) and Eyespot:
yielding ear of fine quality grain on every plant. Caution: In conditions where NLB and Eyespot risks are high, growers should
only consider planting hybrids with at least moderate resistance ratings of 6 or
6
Adaptability to low population: higher for these diseases.
An indicator of a hybrid’s ability to compensate (flex) ear size for low planting
rates or loss from poor emergence or insect attack. Fertility levels and moisture 26
Disease resistance ratings:
must be adequate for ‘flex’ to be effective. 8 - 9 = Highly resistant. 6 - 7 = Resistant.
4 - 5 = Moderately resistant. 1 - 3 = Susceptible.
7
Early growth ratings: – = Insufficient data available.
Taken when two leaf collars are visible.
Disease resistance ratings are mostly based on United States and European
8
Plant height: data as the New Zealand database is usually too small to give a valid rating
9 = Tall. 1 = Short. (except for Eyespot, NLB and Common Rust ratings which are based on
9
Ear height: overseas data and New Zealand observations where available). Scores are
9 = High. 1 = Low. based on visual assessment only and not on yield reduction data.
10
Staygreen:
27
Cool environments:
A measure of a hybrid’s ability to stay as a green growing plant In cool environments including high altitude sites (greater than approximately 150
leading up to black layer (physiological maturity). It is a measure m/500 ft above sea level) select your growing environment using the definitions
of late season plant health which may affect plant standability and below, then increase populations to the next level e.g. for P9721 in a medium
suitability for silage. A high rating indicates a wider silage “harvest yield environment at high altitude, plant to achieve 102,000 plants per hectare.
window” providing a greater degree of harvest timing flexibility. 28
Established plant populations:
11
Husk cover: The planting populations shown in the Pioneer® brand maize for grain hybrid
Measures the length of the husk leaves extending past the end trait characteristics chart (on page 31) assume good seed establishment
of the cob, with a loose husk cover scoring one point lower for the conditions. If you are planting very early or into a less than ideal seedbed or
same length of husk cover. where insect pressure may be high (e.g. shorter than optimum fallow periods),
planting populations may need to be increased to compensate for reduced
12
Grain drydown: establishment due to the higher risk of early seedling mortality.
Scores represent the rate of moisture loss after physiological
maturity. Hybrids with high scores dry faster. They are not recommended
29
Growing environment definitions:
for early harvest where planted as a full season hybrid. May include some or all of the following characteristics:
13
Grain appearance: Challenging yield environments (CYE)
In the bin scored down for mould, cracks, red streak, etc. Light, sandy or shallow soils of low fertility, predictably low
summer rainfall (drought-prone) environments.
14
Grain crude protein: Exposed sites with very high wind run.
Ratings indicate the relative amount of protein in the grain
compared with hybrids of a similar maturity. A one score difference High cob, leaf or stalk disease pressure.
represents approximately 0.4% change in grain crude protein.
Medium yield environments (MYE)
15
Grain oil: Average fertility soils with predictably adequate summer rainfall.
Ratings indicate the relative amount of oil in the grain. A one score Continuously cropped soils.
difference represents approximately 0.5% difference in grain oil
content. Medium to low cob, leaf or stalk disease pressure.
Planting at these populations are recommended for new maize growers and
16
Grain starch:
Ratings indicate the relative amount of starch in the grain. A one food grade grain production.
score difference represents approximately 1.5% difference in grain High yield environments (HYE)
starch content.
Deeper, highly fertile and well structured soils.
17
Processing use:
Predictably good summer rainfall, shelter from high wind run.
AC = Hybrids suitable for alkaline products.
HT = Hybrids with hard texture, suitable for dry milling of Good soils straight out of long term pasture.
hard textured grain such as grits. Low or no cob, leaf or stalk disease pressure.
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