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Soybean Seed Selection Questions

Before making a seed purchasing decision, Corteva Agriscience Enlist field specialist Scott Jungman says there are several questions a grower should ask. He tells Brownfield answers to weed control, pest management, and yield potential need to be sought.  The post

Bayer says corn seed harvest running smoothly

Harvest is underway for Bayer’s largest corn seed production facility. Field production specialist Kirk Gibson tells Brownfield the turn to drier weather has made for an ideal end to the season in southern Michigan. “Rain in the month of September or October really slows...

Some seed quality issues popping up in Illinois corn crop

A Bayer agronomist says some Illinois farmers are seeing seed quality issues in their corn crop. Lance Tarochione, who’s based in west central Illinois, tells Brownfield… “East central Illinois is fighting that more.”  He says, “Somebody I was talking to the other day described...

Corn Seed Selection Questions

Before making a seed purchasing decision, Corteva Agriscience Enlist Field Specialist Scott Jungman says there are several questions a grower should ask. He gives Brownfield answers to weed control, pest management, and yield potential need to be sought.  The post

American Bird Conservancy incentivizing neonic-free seed use

The director of government relations for the American Bird Conservancy says funding is now available for farmers interested in sourcing and using seeds not coated with neonicotinoid insecticides. Hardy Kern, who oversees the organization’s Pesticides and Birds Campaign, says the “Untreated Seed Pilot Program”...

Ag economist studies trends in seed corn

An ag economist is examining the correlation in seed prices and corn population. Michael Langemeier with Purdue University’s Center for Commerical Agriculture says there is a strong relationship between seed cost and seed prices. “Plant populations also have had an impact on increasing seed costs...

DEKALB named official corn seed of the Field of Dreams movie site

The Rahe Brothers of Dyersville, Iowa, have farmed the Field of Dreams movie site for more than 20 years.  Andy and Adam Rahe plant DEKALB DKC64-64RIB in the fields surrounding the site of the iconic 1989 Field of Dreams baseball movie. Jamie Horton, DEKALB...

Beck’s Hybrids expects good seed supply for ‘25

The central region business manager for Beck’s Hybrids says the company expects adequate seed supplies for 2025. Clint Prange tells Brownfield… “Seed production looks very good right now.”  He says, “We even ramped up production that much more coming off of last year because...

Hemp seed for chicken feed under consideration

Hemp seed may soon find its way into chicken feed. Rachel Berry, president of the Illinois Hemp Growers Association, says an upcoming vote by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) could be huge for the hemp industry. “It’s only 20% hemp in...

Wyffels Hybrids says seed production looks good

The president of Wyffels Hybrids says he’s encouraged about seed production prospects this year. John Wyffels tells Brownfield… “July is always one of the most critical times of year from a pollination perspective.”  He says,” There’s clearly ample moisture. Temperatures are moderating here, so...
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