Seed corn
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-005130
Corn kernels specifically grown and harvested for planting in the next growing season, rather than for consumption or feed. These seeds are selected for desirable genetic traits, such as disease resistance, yield potential, and adaptation to specific climates. Seed corn undergoes rigorous testing for germination rates and purity before sale.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-005130 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Agricultural equipment |
| Translations | German: Saatgut; Spanish: maíz para siembra; French: semence de maïs |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-005130",
"term": "Seed corn",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "Corn kernels specifically grown and harvested for planting in the next growing season, rather than for consumption or feed. These seeds are selected for desirable genetic traits, such as disease resistance, yield potential, and adaptation to specific climates. Seed corn undergoes rigorous testing for germination rates and purity before sale.",
"subject": "Agricultural equipment",
"translations": {
"de": "Saatgut",
"es": "maíz para siembra",
"fr": "semence de maïs"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/seed-corn/"
}
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