Management Tips
• Make sure the target plant population is high
enough to maximize profitability.
• Typical seed corn germination is about 95%.
Overplant by at least 5% to reduce the effects of
germination-induced skips in corn following corn.
• Overplant for expected reductions due to insects
and more stressful soil conditions (cold and wet).
• Be sure to check that the planter is properly
adjusted and calibrated by digging behind the
planter in every field.