Friday, September 18, 2026 4:53AM CDT
Of all the potential changes to corn's future architecture, none looms larger than its height. Shorter hybrids offer new advantages compared to colossal cousins.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:44PM CDT
USDA announced enrollment began Sept. 16 for the 2026 crop year and will run through Dec. 11. USDA also will open ARC/PLC enrollment for the 2027 crop year from Nov. 2 through March 15, 2027.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 4:53AM CDT
Yield comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether a hybrid produces a fixed ear or one that flexes by girth, length or kernel depth, the ultimate goal remains the same for corn breeders.