G79-481 Setting a Realistic Corn Yield Goal (Revised January 2004)

Authors

Achim Dobermann, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Charles A. Shapiro, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow

ORCID IDs

Charles A. Shapiro

Date of this Version

1979

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 1979-2004, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Corn growers need to set a realistic corn yield goal in order to make sound decisions on corn hybrid, seeding rate, fertilizer application, and irrigation need. The goal should be the most profitable yield that can be expected for the particular set of soil, climate, and management practices. Yield goals should gradually increase over time, but cannot exceed the theoretical yield potential. This NebGuide discusses how to set a realistic corn yield goal by acknowledging climatic yield limitations of corn in Nebraska and the yield history in a field.