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02 Oct Strip-tillage shows potential for corn production

Posted at 19:47h in Agronomy

Starter P side-banded at planting is beneficial for corn growth, maturity, grain yield, and grain moisture compared to fall deep-banded P. Strip-till corn performed similar to conventionally planted corn, and is a promising practice for soil and moisture conservation in southern Manitoba. Strip-till equipment moves residue...

12 Mar Starter fertilizer increased corn grain yield

Posted at 19:40h in Soils and Fertility

Starter phosphorus (P) and zinc (Zn) fertilizer increased early-season growth, plant height, P concentration, and uptake of P and Zn in plant tissue, relative to the unfertilized control. In some cases, starter fertilizer reduced days to maturity and grain moisture content. The largest responses were...