Field corn is a North American term for maize (Zea mays) grown for livestock fodder (silage and meal), ethanol, cereal, and processed food products. The principal field corn varieties are dent …

10 hours ago · Listen to Ferrie’s complete comments on how to create a successful season with corn on corn in this week’s Boots In The Field podcast: Corn CROP PRODUCTION Retail …

Mar 22, 2018 · Most of the U.S. corn crop comes from corn farms in the Midwest with Iowa and Illinois growing a third of the total corn crop alone. On this page, you'll find the basics of …

Aug 9, 2022 · The United States uses so much field corn that farmers plant about 30 million acres of the crop across the nation each year. Below, we’ll take a look at the unique way we get that …

Jan 5, 2025 · The major feed grains are corn, sorghum, barley, and oats. Corn is the primary U.S. feed grain, accounting for more than 95 percent of total feed grain production and use. The …

May 15, 2024 · While farmers harvest sweet corn young so the kernels are still fresh, field corn’s harvest date doesn’t occur until the kernels have dried. Learn more about the corn harvesting …

Jan 15, 2025 · Managing Slugs in Field Crops Using IPM Principles (FS-2022-0629) Slugs damage corn and soybean seedlings by rasping holes, with most problems occurring in high …

While 99 percent of the corn grown in Nebraska is field corn, there are dozens and dozens (and dozens) of varieties available for farmers to plant. Some have a shorter growing season from …

Jun 18, 2024 · Get agronomy advice on corn from planting through harvest to maximize corn yields. Learn about the latest corn technology, including hybrids, traits, and seed treatments.

Oct 3, 2024 · Effective corn production can enhance farm profitability and promote food security. Adopting best practices in corn cultivation is essential for achieving optimal results. High yields …