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[Video] Bayer Crop Science Launches Smart Corn Systems with New Short Corn Systems

October 24, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection, Nutrient Management

Short Statured Corn Systems from Bayer Crop Sciences boasts a number of benefits compared to the taller varieties. Firstly is protection of yield with improved standability as the short corn is less affected by high winds thanks to its naturally lower center of gravity keeping it rooted in the ground. The short corn also has improved access as its lower form makes it easier for application equipment to maneuver while spraying.

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How Do You Pick Your Corn Hybrids?

By Jim Leverich posted on March 11, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment, Residue Management, Precision Agriculture

No-Till Farmer's Conservation Ag Operator Fellow for 2022, Jim Leverich, discusses how he goes about selecting corn hybrids each year.

April 2021 Poll: Corn Hybrids

By Julia Gerlach posted on March 31, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

What type of corn hybrids will you plant in 2021?

‘Split Decision’ Helping More No-Tillers Improve Their Nitrogen Efficiency

Growers and researchers say they’re seeing increased corn yields and more application flexibility with Y-drop systems with targeted placement.

By John Dobberstein posted on May 1, 2020 | Posted in Equipment, Nutrient Management

With corn prices continuing on a stagnant path for the foreseeable future, many no-tillers are looking for ways to ratchet up efficiency with their inputs, including with nitrogen (N).

Golden Harvest Announces Robust 2020 Hybrid Lineup

September 12, 2019 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Golden Harvest is releasing 25 new corn hybrids for 2020 planting. The latest product lineup equips farmers with 11 hybrids containing the Agrisure Duracade corn rootworm control trait, along with the Agrisure Viptera and Agrisure Artesian traits.

Online Extra: 8 More Tips on No-Till Planting Methods and Field Management

Growers have a better chance of succeeding with no-till with a diverse rotation, proper fertilizer placement, prudent residue management and proper hybrid selection to meet unique no-till challenges.

By John Dobberstein posted on February 10, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Residue Management, Nutrient Management

With planting season not as far away as it might seem, editors at No-Till Farmer recently talked with Nebraska Extension ag engineer Paul Jasa about a range of topics related to no-tilling corn, soybeans and wheat.

Dairyland Seed Releases New Corn and Forage Hybrids

September 12, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Dairyland Seed

Dairyland Seed announces new corn hybrids for the 2018 growing season.

Plan Now for Corn Silage Success — Part 1: Hybrid Selection

March 10, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Michigan State University Extension

Consider hybrid maturity, yield and quality, and agronomic traits when selecting corn hybrids for silage.

The Importance of Collecting Accurate Yield Monitoring Data

September 30, 2016 | Posted in Crop Protection, Precision Agriculture, Water Management

Source: Michigan State University Extension

Yield monitor data can help growers make decisions on water management practices, nitrogen and other nutrients, diseases and more, says Michigan State University Extension.

Tips for Evaluating Corn Hybrid and Demonstration Plots

September 8, 2016 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection

Source: Ohio State University Extension

Demonstration plots can be useful in providing information on certain hybrid traits that are usually not reported in state corn performance summaries, says Ohio State University Extension.

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No-Till Legend Concerned About Corn Profits in 2024

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin Industries, Vincennes, Ind., no-tiller Ray McCormick explains why it’s going to be tough to “not lose a lot of money this year” on corn. Plus, we ask our readers, “On a scale of 1-10, how concerned are you about drought this year?” Hear why some farmers are worried, and why others aren’t very worried at all.

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