A few pests can create problems for corn growers. Crows and other birds may peck the ground and steal the seeds before or as they germinate. Use a row cover secured with pins, soil, or rocks to ...

Avoid planting too early or too late. "If you plant your corn too soon, you risk exposing it to cold temperatures, which can be detrimental to your seedling’s health," Berendsen says. Corn seeds may ...

India has the potential to emerge as one of the leading popcorn producers in the world over the next decade as cultivation expands and domestic demand rises, according to S B P Pattabhi Rama Rao, ...

The Arikara Tribe led the last tribal movement north to North Dakota. They were skilled corn farmers who relied on the crop for sustenance and trade. They were also the first Plains tribe to battle ...

In Ohio, the industry was booming, and several Ohio cities still center their identities on the snack. Marion in central Ohio ...

Maize (corn) and its popular snack form, popcorn, are staples and treats across cultures. Beyond convenience and taste, both offer notable nutritional advantages when consumed appropriately.

Late emergence can cost farmers 30% yield, but engineers say ArrowTube technology could improve seed placement for better crop yields.

Analysis of the protein sources showed that rice bran contained the highest amount of albumin. In contrast, glutelin was higher in brown rice and kernel protein. The rice-based cheeses made from the ...

Barbell, beer can and banana are descriptive names for abnormal ear shapes that show up every season and cause yield losses — ...

You can’t construct a strong building on a weak foundation, and you can’t grow a great corn crop on a weak root system. From freezing temperatures to voracious underground pests and other threats, ...

As seed companies phase out brown midrib corn silage hybrids, producers are reevaluating how to maintain forage quality and ...

The Cultural Center is set to host its annual Three Sisters Celebration Tuesday, March 17, through Saturday, March 21.