Descriptor: GDU SILKING F LAT40-49 (GDU-SILK-F_LAT40-49)

Definition:

Growing degree units (GDU or GDD) from planting to 50% silking in degrees farenheit. Data is taken at 40 to 49 degrees N or S latitude. This (86,50) system uses the equation ((Tmax+Tmin)/2)-50. Tmax to 86 maximum and Tmin to 50 minimum.

Crop:

Category:

Phenological descriptors

Status:

Crop Germplasm Committee approved

Data Type:

Numeric descriptor

Maximum Length:

5

Responsible Site:

North Central Regional Plant Introduction Station  (NC7)