Like most plants, corn growth progresses through three main phases: germination, vegetative, and reproductive stages. During germination, seeds break dormancy when soil temperatures exceed 50°F. They ...

Dr. Dan Quinn, Purdue Corn Agronomist, shared his experience with abnormal mesocotyl growth of corn seedlings in the most recent Pest & Crop Newsletter. As a young agronomist, one of the first things ...

“The goal is to make sure the crop gets enough nitrogen from day one and through the entire season but to do it as efficiently and sustainably as possible in the process,” says Aaron Gingerich, who ...

In the world of corn diseases, some get the bulk of farmer attention and most of the press coverage because of their dramatic impact on corn. Think tar spot. Creating significant yield loss but less ...

A close look at a corn plant, highlighting its growth stages, care tips, and characteristics for gardening or farming enthusiasts. Donald Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Grammys 'Epstein ...