{"id":6382,"date":"2023-05-11T07:05:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T07:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/?p=6382"},"modified":"2023-05-11T07:12:58","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T07:12:58","slug":"how-to-plant-corn-with-a-tractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/how-to-plant-corn-with-a-tractor\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Plant Corn With A Tractor: 6 Considerations For A Successful Crop"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s entirely possible to plant corn (maize)<\/a> by hand, and for a small plot, that\u2019s the perfect way to do it. If you have a large corn field, hand planting can be arduous, back-breaking labor. Additionally, setting out with the wrong circumstances can add to your effort and reduce your chances of success. In this article, we discuss employing good planting techniques and planting corn with a tractor to speed up the process and improve the results. Read on to learn more on how to plant corn with tractor<\/em> & more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 Considerations When Planting A Large Field Of Corn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Understand the lay of the land<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best corn field has a 5% slope, is slightly elevated and is in a location that gets full sun all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This combination gives you good water distribution, good drainage and plenty of warmth to benefit your corn plants from germination to harvest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you have this sort of setup, it is possible for you to sow seed corn right into the soil and expect it to germinate promptly<\/a> and grow well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Choose the right seed corn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are literally hundreds of different kinds of corn to choose from. To pick the variety that will best suit your needs, think about your goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you are able to plant very early in the season, you can choose a variety that matures a bit more slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you must plant later in the season, look for an early maturing variety so that you can get a good harvest before fall comes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternately, you may wish to try several different varieties to have an ongoing harvest throughout the growing season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Choose a good seed company<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are just planting corn in your backyard garden, you can purchase just the right amount of seed from your local garden center, online seed supplier or seed catalog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planting a large plot, you will probably want to buy seed corn by the pound to get the best price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compare seed companies to see what sort of discount they\u2019ll give you when you buy in bulk. Check to see if they also offer a loyalty discount to farmers who purchase seed from the same company every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your seed company carefully and sticking with them can result in a number of advantages in the long run. You may get early notification of specials, offers of financing assistance and other perks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Decide on your row spacing and rate of seeding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of different theories regarding how far apart<\/a> your corn should be planted. This is something you may wish to discuss with your county agricultural agent and\/or your seed supplier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your decision will be based on a wide variety of factors, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n