Dhaanya 8255 Gold stands out for its superior moisture stress tolerance, making it a reliable choice for drought-prone farming belts. It produces heavy, uniform cobs with a tight husk cover and highly attractive, premium-grade orange-yellow grains. Backed by excellent stalk strength and a distinct "stay-green" profile, it provides valuable, high-quality post-harvest livestock fodder.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Specification / Details |
| Brand / Manufacturer |
Dhaanya Seeds / Rallis India Limited (A TATA Enterprise) |
| Variety |
DMH 8255 Gold Hybrid Maize (Makka) |
| Maturity Duration |
Kharif / Rainy Season: 115 – 120 Days |
| Grain Type & Quality |
Premium flint-type, bold orange-yellow grains |
| Optimal Plant Density |
26,000 plants per acre (For maximum yield performance) |
| Stress Tolerance |
Advanced tolerance to drought & moisture stress deficits |
| Stalk & Standability |
Strong lodging resistance with an excellent husk cover |
| Fodder Benefit |
Outstanding crop vigor with a dual-purpose stay-green trait |
| Management Fit |
Performs exceptionally well under medium to high management |