SAATBAU breeds, produces and markets maize hybrids of the maturity groups from FAO 180 till 450. SAATBAU develops competitive maize hybrids for key European markets and maturity zones. The germplasm is tested in a broad European testing network to ensure the identification of regionally well adapted hybrids. The aim of our breeding programme of early matured hybrids is high yield, cold tolerance as well as drought and disease resistance. For late matured hybrids our programme focuses on dent hybrids with high yield potential, drought and disease resistance and resistance to stem break.