Description

P9978 – Tonnes of feed, very popular

P9978 Pioneer Maize Hybrid is a mid-maturity silage hybrid that delivers big yields with impressive feed quality and digestibility. Its strong plant structure, excellent grain fill, and ability to convert biomass into high-energy silage make it a standout performer for dairy and beef systems. With a reputation for consistency, P9978 offers reliable tonnage and excellent bunker compaction.

It’s well-suited to high-performing regions such as Maffra, Shepparton, Finley —where silage growers demand both quantity and quality. Built on trusted Pioneer genetics, P9978 brings the balance of yield, feed value, and agronomic strength needed for productive silage in irrigated and dryland systems.

Key benefits of P9978:

• High silage yield potential; delivers strong tonnes with an excellent grain-to-stover ratio;
• Excellent feed quality; high starch levels and digestibility support animal performance;
• Strong agronomics; reliable stalks, husk cover, and plant health;
• Consistent performer; proven stability across varying environments;
• Adaptable fit; suits both irrigated and dryland silage programs;
• Trusted Pioneer genetics; built on decades of proven Australian performance.