Hybrid Selection & Genetics
Hybrid selection is one of the most important factors to understand and consider each growing season. In this topic you will find information addressing how to properly select hybrids based on criteria such as yield, profitability, and risk management. Resources are also listed which address the incorporation of genetic traits that cause plant resistance towards certain insects and herbicides.
Extension Newsletter Articles
Compliance or complacency: Corn producers and Bt refuge (2010) How many corn traits do you need? (2010) Advice to growers of Agrisure ™ Rootworm Trait (MIR 604) hybrids and their neighbors Choosing corn hybrids What to consider with early seed discounts Kernel dimensions based on location and pollination
Extension Publications
Using corn hybrid yield data to improve selection of rapidly changing hybrids (UNL)
