Ningbo, a "super corn" trial base, brings together 15 new varieties of corn at home and abroad

This time is the peak production and sales season of Ningbo corn. There are many corn varieties and good tastes, so the market is also very hot. But you may not know that in order to ensure the quality of corn, Ningbo has a "super corn" test base, which brings together 15 new varieties of corn at home and abroad. Essence

On July 9, the reporter entered the Ningbo Agricultural and Rural Bureau Seed Management Station Jiangbei Hongtang Seed Regional Test Station to see these novel "super corn".

Video production reporter Chen Shanjun

Great corn stick

It is huge and sweet, and some can be eaten raw

The large corn planted in the test station has matured, and different varieties of corn are arranged in sequentially. Some are tall and higher than adults; After peeling, colorful flesh can be seen, which is very beautiful.

"This stick is particularly large. The peeled fruit rod can reach 25 cm long, and the particles are arranged neatly and the color is bright." Chen Anfu, who is responsible for the trial work, told reporters that this variety is "Meiyu 501 (Shuang Sweet Nuo Nuo ) "" It is introduced from Hainan. Its plant is as high as 2 meters. The sweetness is very sweet, very fragrant and delicious.

"Meiyu 501" corn

"3399 color sweet glutinous" corn

There is a colorful corn that is particularly noticeable. Its fruit is white, pink, and purple. "This is called‘ 3399 Caitanan ’. It has just been introduced from Hangzhou and has a sweet taste and delicious taste.” Chen Anfu said that this corn is characterized by high yield, and the yield per mu is about 100 kg higher than ordinary corn. It has a short plant and has good anti -invertedness, suitable for greenhouse planting.

"This is called" Holy Sweet White Bead ", which is fruit corn, you can eat it raw!" Chen Anfu introduced another variety, and also picked up a reporter to try it. It felt crispy and sweet after one sip. Its shape is no different from ordinary corn. I did not expect to taste so well.

Fruit corn

"Super Corn" at the trial base

The "Super Corn" of the trial plant is promoted by the best selection

It is understood that a total of 15 varieties of corn have been planted in the base, which are new products selected by Youzhong.

"These are the latest varieties that we have introduced from the country and even abroad. The new varieties must be tried on the base." Introduction to the high -level agronomy teacher Xuelian of the Agricultural and Rural Bureau of the Municipal Agricultural and Rural Bureau. Generally, the introduction of a new variety must go through one or two In the process of trying, the survival of the fittest is performed in the process of testing. In addition to testing the appearance and taste, it will also test its nutritional ingredients. "After ensuring quality, we will promote the best new varieties, hold on -site tasting meetings, and invite farmers from all over the city to visit the species, so as to bring better quality and rich varieties of fruit and vegetable products for the general public."

The reporter learned that over the years, the test base has introduced many new fruits and vegetables for Ningbo. Among the corn trials this year, some varieties such as "Holy Sweet Beads" and "Meiyu 501" have entered farm planting. Looking at the farmers' feedback, the quality is very good. "In the next step, these high -quality corn will further promote planting and gradually move towards the market, allowing more citizens to enjoy the deliciousness of these 'super corn'." Fan Xuelian said.

Reporter Chen Shanjun Correspondent Fan Xuelian

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