Corn hybrid selection

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Selecting the right hybrid is critical for profitable corn production. Growers that carefully consider their corn hybrid choices can manage risk and maximize quality, yield and profitability.

Selecting by crop use

Grain hybrids

How to select corn hybrids for grain production. Includes:

Selection criteria: Guidelines and factors to consider.
Breakdown by Minnesota region: Research on growing degree days (GDDs), planting date and date of first fall frost.
How relative maturity (RM) affects yield and grain moisture.
How to factor in agronomic traits, such as standability, insect resistance and emergence.
Results from on-farm trials in various Minnesota regions and throughout the Upper Midwest.

Silage hybrids

How to select corn hybrids for silage production. Includes:

Selection criteria: Guidelines and factors to consider.
Regional comparisons: Results of silage hybrid trials on yield and quality in various Minnesota regions.
How to evaluate hybrids based on silage quality indicators, such as milk per ton and milk per acre.
How to factor in agronomic traits, such as insect resistance, standability and tolerance to drought and disease.