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Trevor Stockstad Early Planting Doesn’t Ensure Yield Increase

April 12, 2012
Posted by: Trevor Stockstad

Like many other areas around the country, growers in North and South Dakota are considering early planting because of dry spring conditions. The question is, how early is too early? Studies have shown that planting before April 20 doesn’t result in a significant yield increase, so my advice to growers is to continue to hold tight.

Cool, wet conditions are still possible this spring, which could lead to sidewall compaction during planting. It could also lead to seed imbibitional chilling injury, which can happen if cold water enters the seed. 

The best way to determine whether it’s time to plant is to monitor soil temperatures. Soil should be warm enough to initiate seed germination. Soil temperatures that are too cool could result in poor emergence. A good rule of thumb is to wait for soil temps to reach 55 degrees or higher before planting. Check your local websites to monitor the soil temps and, above all, practice patience.

For more information, contact me or a Stine Regional Sales Agronomist in your area. 

Trevor Stockstad Next Generation Roundup Ready® Technology

October 20, 2011
Posted by: Trevor Stockstad

Regional Sales Agronomist Trevor Stocktstad says Stine® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® soybeans are bred with new, top-of-the-line genetics from Stine Seed Company.

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Trevor Stockstad Stine Has Yield

September 16, 2011
Posted by: Trevor Stockstad

Regional Sales Agronomist Trevor Stocktstad says Stine corn and soybeans are developed for higher yields to help growers increase their profits.

Ask the Agronomist - Trevor Stockstad - Stine Has Yield

Ask the Agronomist - Trevor Stockstad - Stine Has Yield