Boots in the FIeld: How Conditions Now Impact Pollination Later

What you see in the field right now is a good indication of how your corn is going to pollinate.

By Guest Commentary

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November 15, 2020 11:52 AM

What you see in the field right now is a good indication of how your corn is going to pollinate according to Farm Journal Agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting in his latest Boots in the Field podcast. He also issues a warning to dry areas to watch out for spider mites at the borders.

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