Effects of Harvest Delays on Corn Hybrid Performance

Corn harvest delays have become more common in recent years as producers strive to spread equipment costs over more acres and reduce grain drying costs. However, delayed harvest also increases risk of yield and quality losses. Stalk lodging, ear rot development, weathering and wildlife damage can all negatively impact a crop left too long in the field. Finding the balance between cost reduction and risk of yield and quality losses is a frequent dilemma for farmers. Therefore, research was conducted in the Eastern Corn Belt to determine the effects of harvest delays and plant population on corn hybrid performance.

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