With advancements in corn hybrid genetics for excellent stress tolerance, farmers can plant corn at higher rates to achieve greater yields. The role of optimizing seed rates is important in maximizing corn yields. Don’t miss out on the factors you should weigh when determining seed population rates.

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When is the right time to start planting corn? The farmer’s almanac says to plant corn in the first quarter after the new moon. And, of course, farmers are itching to get in the fields that first 50°F spring day. Comparing almanac predictions with your corn planting dates may be interesting, but today’s on-farm research […]

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Farmers understand that the success of their crop begins with decisions made before ever setting foot in the field. There are numerous factors to look at when getting ready for spring planting.

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