As 2023 seems to be flying by, we wanted to use this newsletter as an opportunity to review five different corn agronomic issues we saw during the 2022 growing season in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

This fall couldn’t have been better for corn silage harvest, grain corn harvest and fall field work, but I think it’s fair to say that winter has arrived!

Whether the corn crop is just being planted or is emerging in the field, it’s time to do some digging around.

Proper harvest management is critical for producing high quality corn silage. Below are a few quick tips to consider when harvesting your corn silage.

While Goss’s Wilt is found in Western Canada, it is not currently widespread, and is hard to find in fields year after year, you do need to know how to identify and manage. 

In any given weather condition, understanding and evaluating corn emergence is critical. This newsletter will explain reasons for poor emergence and how we can try to avoid it and track it in spring.

When selecting a silage hybrid, it’s critical to first understand the conditions in your area and on your fields. Narrow down hybrids to choices that fit your soil type, weather conditions and maturity range.

We are going to breakdown what an on-farm trial is, the goals and types of an on-farm trial and the considerations when conducting an on-farm trial.

“Even emergence is key.” This 4-word phase is critical for maximizing yield potential. This season, we take a closer look at the value of even emergence and how yield is influence.