Crops: CROP SCENE INVESTIGATION – 12: Why is Glen’s corn corkscrewed?

His seed wasn’t the issue. But there was evidence of compaction and the nights had been cold, with temperatures dropping to zero in early May. Could that be the problem?

by DEAN SHANTZ

If you notice that your corn crop isn’t coming up like it should, do you call for help right away or do you take a wait-and-see approach?

Better Farming - May 2008