Avitus
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Avitus continues to break the mould for high yielding and early maturing material. Regularly achieving fresh weight yields in excess of 50t/ha across varying sites, Avitus produces an unrivalled combination of DM, Starch and ME. A truly exceptional variety for any UK maize grower.
Key Points:
- EARLY
- FAO 160
- 100% Relative DM yield
- 18.1 Tonnes DM per Ha
- 106% Relative starch yield
- 6.52 Tonnes starch per Ha
- 101% Relative ME yield
- 215 GJ ME per Ha
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Our View:
Avitus continues to break the mould for high yielding and early maturing material. Regularly achieving fresh weight yields in excess of 50t/ha across varying sites, Avitus produces an unrivalled combination of DM, starch and ME.
A truly exceptional variety for any UK maize grower.
Breeder's Comments:
Avitus KWS pushes the boundaries of current early forage maize breeding for all livestock farmers. Yields of over 18t/ha of DM and high starch and ME output combined with rapid early vigour and moderate stay green capabilities, results in supreme forage performance.
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