Sweet corn GSS 3951 F1

Brief Description

GSS 6924 F1 Syngenta is a new super-sweet corn hybrid designed for open-field production. It is suitable for both fresh market and processing. It stands out with high and stable yield, excellent cob appearance, and strong resistance to MDMV, making it a reliable choice for main-season production.

Key Features

• Type: Super-sweet corn (F1 hybrid)
• Color: Yellow
• Breeder: Syngenta
• Vegetation period: 81 days
• Heat units: 935
• Plant type: Strong, well-leaved
• Plant height: approx. 260 cm
• Cob type: Well-formed
• Average cob length: 20–21 cm
• Average diameter: 5.5 cm
• Grain rows: 18–20
• Grain depth: 13–14 mm
• Growing method: Open field
• Use: Fresh market and processing

Cob and Grain Description

The cobs of GSS 6924 F1 are uniform and cylindrical. Kernels are bright yellow, tightly arranged, and deep. Good leaf coverage protects cobs from mechanical damage and birds, making it ideal for open-field production and mechanized harvesting.

Plant and Yield

Plants are tall, stable, and form uniform stands under intensive technology. The hybrid provides excellent yield and high processing efficiency. Suitable for areas under virus pressure, it ensures reliable performance even in more challenging conditions.

Resistances (HR / IR)

• HR: MDMV – maize dwarf mosaic virus
• HR: Ps (Rp1-g, Rp1-i) – rust
• IR: Bm, Et – economically important diseases

This resistance package significantly reduces seasonal risks and makes the hybrid suitable for intensive, large-scale production.

Questions for the Agronomist (FAQ)