How is maize planting different this year?

With a potentially dry summer forecast, hybrid choice and planting timing are taking on more importance than usual.

In this video, we look at how the forecast can influence maize planting dates and hybrid selection, including where an early-maturing hybrid may help spread risk. On farm, the team also checks the spray-out, seedbed, seed spacing and planting depth, and explains what to look for when assessing whether crop establishment is on track.