Various conditions can cause reduced corn stands; it is important to identify the cause before deciding whether to replant. Evaluate the existing stand for survival potential and uniformity before deciding to replant. Compare the yield potential of the existing stand with the yield potential of a replanted stand.
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Delaying burndown applications can reduce yields. These important applications control winter, summer annual and perennial weeds. It also provides a clean seedbed for potentially earlier planting dates as well as uniformity in both planting conditions and stand establishment. Burndown recommendations to increase yields Roundup WeatherMAX® and Roundup PowerMAX® tips and precautions Spotlight: Burndown Applications are…
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The most cost-effective, efficient and effective ways to protect a soy crop from disease are preventive. The three main categories of seedling diseases are: seed rot, seeding mortality, and root and stem decay. Once identified, actions can be taken to create an environment where the crop can thrive. The types of seeding diseases, causal agents…
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To protect a corn crop from many diseases, plant high quality seed at the appropriate depth and soil conditions. Also, monitor drainage closely, as fields that stay wet can create an environment favorable to seedling diseases. Creating a favorable environment for ideal seed germination Common pathogens that can infect seedlings and roots Spotlight: Optimum Soil…
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For optimal emergence and stand establishment, soybean seed should be planted when soil temperatures are warm enough for germination. Planting depth, row spacing, and planting population are important for stand establishment and plant development. Farmers can determine when and how to plant their crop; therefore, controlling many management factors that may improve soybean yield potential.…
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Current corn products have the potential to produce 300 bushels/acre if systematic integrated management practices are used. Omission plot research at the University of Illinois has shown that there are seven main factors that have the greatest impact on corn yield potential. A proactive, comprehensive management plan is required to consistently achieve high corn yields.…
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– A timely harvest is critical to minimize corn and soybean harvest losses and maximize profits. – Ear drop problems, open pods, or lodging mean that harvest timing will be more critical to help maximize yield potential. – Limiting harvest losses due to excessive field drydown can compensate for expenses associated with grain drying and discount…
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– Later-than-normal canopy closure can lead to weedy soybean fields. – Harvest aid herbicides are used to preserve seed quality and protect yield potential by drying above ground green tissue (pods, stems, leaves) and potentially controlling weeds that may interfere with soybean harvest operations. – Harvest aid products should be applied after soybean plants have…
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-Lodging can complicate corn harvest and may lead to yield loss and problems with grain storage. -Ear drooping and stalk lodging may be caused by different factors including: high winds, stalk cannibalization, and stalk rots. – Understanding some of the contributing factors and how to most effectively manage the harvest and storage of lodged corn may…
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