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.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:41AM CDT
Reports of corn ear mold, ear rot and pre-harvest kernel sprouting are increasing across parts of the Corn Belt and Southern Plains as a persistent pattern of heat and rainfall raises concerns about grain quality.
Monday, September 14, 2026 10:41AM CDT
Pests, disease and weather may all contribute to yield loss, but without pollination, there's no yield to lose. An Iowa-based company is developing technology to take control of this stage of crop growth.