Posted by Dave H (MI) on August 30, 2018 at 07:01:59 from (50.108.111.158):
In Reply to: corn planting depth posted by bradley martin on August 29, 2018 at 18:45:32:
Keeping in mind that I have grown corn exactly 4 years, I can tell you what I think. Growing corn is like a chess game you play with God. There are general rules, and you have to follow them, but you also have to pay very close attention to the current and expected conditions in your area. Even a county away can make a difference so advice needs to be listened to but evaluated in terms of YOUR fields. I remember talking to Tom O'Connor the second year I planted and hearing him tell me that you had to put the seed down where the moisture was. Excellent advice! A bad drought after planting that year left me with about 40% viable plants above ground and the rest either died after sprouting or never showed. After that I increased my depth and the results were dramatic in terms of population. This year I blundered along at the same depth but it was very wet...not so good a result. Should have dealt with that! People who plant a handful of seed think corn is easy to grow. Reality is, it is not. Needs a lot of nutrients and correct planting and no competition from weeds. After 4 years I am just getting a handle on planting and weed control. I still get mixed grades on the nutrients. It is very challenging especially when you throw older equipment into the mix. Can't wait to try soys.... :)
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