Bayer Dekalb DKC 9108 Plus Hybrid Maize Seeds - High Yielding Heat Tolerant Corn Variety

Bayer Dekalb DKC 9108 Plus is a high-yielding hybrid maize (corn) seed variety developed by Bayer CropScience. It is a spring-season hybrid known for producing uniform, compact ears with good tip-filling, which supports strong market appeal and better grain recovery. The seed is yellow in colour, cylindrical in shape, and is supplied as hybrid maize seed suitable for field cultivation.

The variety is valued for its high shelling recovery and high test weight, both of which contribute to better grain output per acre. It stays green at harvest, making the crop suitable for silage and use as nutritious cattle fodder after grain harvest. DKC 9108 Plus also shows relatively good heat tolerance in the late spring planting window, which helps it perform in warmer sowing conditions. It is commonly grown in spring across Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Haryana.

This hybrid is a good fit for farmers looking for a dependable spring maize crop with strong ear quality, good grain weight, and dual value from both grain and fodder. Correct sowing depth, adequate soil moisture, and full sunlight are important for best results.

Key Benefits

• High-yielding spring hybrid that supports better grain output per acre compared to average corn.
• Produces uniform, compact ears with good tip-filling, improving overall ear quality and market appeal.
• High shelling recovery means more usable grain from every harvested ear.
• High test weight adds to grain value and weight-based returns.
• Stays green at harvest, making the crop suitable for silage and nutritious cattle fodder.
• Relatively good heat tolerance in the late spring planting window, useful for warmer sowing conditions.
• Bigger, well-filled kernels with good appeal, which can support better selling value.

How It Works

DKC 9108 Plus is a hybrid maize variety, which means it is produced by crossing selected parent lines to combine desirable traits such as high yield, uniform ear formation, and better grain filling. When sown in suitable conditions, the seed germinates within about 1 to 2 weeks and develops into a vigorous plant. The hybrid genetics support strong plant growth, uniform cob development, and good tip-filling, so ears fill evenly from base to tip. This even filling, along with high shelling recovery and high test weight, translates into more grain per ear and better grain weight. The plant also maintains greenness at harvest (stay-green trait), which keeps the stalk and leaves useful as fodder or silage even after the cobs are ready. Its relatively good heat tolerance helps the crop cope with warmer late-spring sowing windows, supporting steadier performance across the season.

Technical Specifications

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Bayer Dekalb DKC 9108 Plus
Brand	Bayer CropScience
Common Name	9108 Makka Seeds
Type	Hybrid
Crop	Maize / Corn
Crop Type	Field
Seed Colour	Yellow
Ear Shape	Cylindrical
Yield Potential	High
Germination Time	1 to 2 weeks
First Harvest	Approx. 90 to 100 days
Country of Origin	India
Pack Size	4.5 kg

Recommended Dosage & Application

Parameter	Recommendation
Seed Rate	8 to 10 kg per acre
Sowing Depth	4 to 5 cm
Sowing Season	February to March (spring)
Soil Type	Deep, fertile, well-drained loamy and sandy soil
Soil pH	5.8 to 7.0
Sunlight	6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily
Temperature	15°C to 35°C
Water	Regular watering; keep soil moist but avoid overwatering
Fertilizer	NPK fertilizer

When to Use

DKC 9108 Plus is best sown in the spring season, with the recommended sowing window from February to March. It is particularly suited to late-spring planting because of its relatively good heat tolerance, which helps the crop handle warmer conditions during this window. The variety is commonly grown in Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Haryana.

For best results, sow when the soil holds enough moisture for germination and when the field receives full sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours daily. The crop performs well within a temperature range of 15°C to 35°C. Choose deep, fertile, well-drained loamy or sandy soil with a pH between 5.8 and 7.0. First harvest is generally expected around 90 to 100 days after sowing.

Step by Step Usage Instructions

1. Prepare a well-drained field with deep, fertile loamy or sandy soil, and confirm the soil pH is between 5.8 and 7.0.
2. Ensure the soil holds enough moisture for germination before sowing.
3. Sow the seeds at a depth of about 4 to 5 cm.
4. Maintain a seed rate of 8 to 10 kg per acre.
5. Make sure the crop receives full sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours daily.
6. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering as it may harm the crop.
7. Apply NPK fertilizer as per your field requirement and local recommendation.
8. Monitor the crop through the season; first harvest is expected around 90 to 100 days after sowing.

Precautions & Safety

• Store the seeds in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct heat.
• Keep the seed pack away from children, food, and drinking water.
• Do not overwater the field, as excess water may harm the crop.
• Use only well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging around the seed and roots.
• Follow the recommended sowing depth and seed rate for uniform germination.