Knee-high corn on the 4th of July will be a reality for many growers this year. In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist J.J. Jahenning says the crop was planted late, but it is catching up. “GDU-wise, believe it or not, from a May 20th plant date to where we are currently, we’re actually 100 GDU’s ahead,” said Jaehnning. “Typically in the month of May, we average right around 300 GDU’s and when you’re missing out on 200 of those that’s a big deal.” The entire planting season was pushed back by wet weather, but the crop could use another drink. “It’s funny how fast things can change.” In the update on YouTube, learn more about the work being conducted on iron deficiency chlorosis.
