RODRIGUEZ KWS

Versatile for silage or grain!

FAO 170

  • Reliable early vigour
  • Ideal variety for high maize inclusion diets
  • Performs very well for CCM to produce a higher energy feed suitable for dairy or enhanced finishing

Characteristics

Characteristics

  • Produces high DM yields in the field (18.1 t/ha DM)
  • Great early vigour (6.6), on all soils provides a solid start
  • Balanced starch content (36.7%) makes an ideal variety for high maize inclusion diets
  • Stay green plant type for good eyespot resistance
  • High energy content (11.76 MJ/kg DM) increases ration energy density
  • Performs very well for CCM to produce a higher energy feed suitable for dairy or enhanced finishing
  • Data source: NIAB Forage Maize Descriptive List. First Choice varieties for favourable sites (2025)
Rodriquez KWS is a true dual-purpose variety for either silage or grain production. A stable, repeatable crop which grows consistently well, even at higher altitude or on heavier soils.
Breeder's view
RODRIGUEZ KWS data sheet

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Andrew Cook
Andrew Cook
Product Manager - Maize
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Thomas Turner
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