It's that time of the year, the hustle and bustle of planting. The most important step farmers take throughout the year is sewing seed into the soil.
A task that may sound easy, and can be often overlooked. Today, so much precision goes into planting each seed into the ground. With corn prices steady just below the four dollar mark, farmers make sure to make the most of their time and efforts.
Farmers consider many different items when choosing the right seed to plant in each field. Soil types, tillage methods, location of the field, crop rotation, and many other factors are considered.
What goes into planting? Farmers consider many different factors when choosing what seed to plant in each field.
On our farm we use a seed that is treated to prevent insects from destroying our corn crop. Genetically Modified seeds allow our farm to use less chemicals, protect us against disease issues, and also create higher yields. Read more about Genetically Modified crops here.
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