It is possible to grow corn in any soil.&nbsp;Nevertheless, in very heavy and lighter soils, difficulties may arise, for which it is important to be prepared.&nbsp;The plant is very tolerant of forecrops, it has good monoculture tolerance, but it is recommended to grow corn after plants that fertilise the soil well, e.g.,&nbsp;leguminous, root crops after manure.&nbsp;Corn is suitable for cultivation throughout Europe. By selecting a variety with the appropriate earliness for the region you can achieve a satisfactory grain or silage yield.

SOIL AND CLIMATE REQUIREMENTS

SOIL AND CLIMATE REQUIREMENTS FOR CORN

Spring treatments should be kept to a minimum and it is recommended to plough before winter, as young corn seedlings are sensitive to soil subsidence.&nbsp;The depth of sowing corn seeds depends on the type of soil, on average between 4 - 6 cm. If seeds are not sown deeply enough, they are more likely to be impacted by birds like crows, resulting in less regular and homogeneous emergence.To discover our corn portfolio: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

PRE-SOWING CORN

The date when seeds should be sown is determined by the temperature of the soil, rather than the air temperature.For stable emergence and proper development in the early stages, corn requires a soil temperature of approximately 10°&nbsp;C.&nbsp;It should be remembered that soil heats up unevenly and temperature is determined by organic matter content and soil class.&nbsp;Light soil positions have less organic matter than heavy soils.Favourable weather forecasts after sowing make it possible to optimise development. Rain should be avoided after sowing (for 48&nbsp;hours). Stable or even rising temperatures are required.To discover our corn portfolio: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

GOOD CORN SOWING

Good fertilisation in corn cultivation depends primarily on controlling the action of nitrogen (the main yield-generating component). It is important to know the pH of the soil because liming should be applied first, before fertilisation treatments. The pH of the soil for corn cultivation should be between&nbsp;5.5 and&nbsp;7.0. This facilitates the access of nutrients, creating a strong root system and increasing resistance to drought. When drought occurs after a cool spring, starter fertilisation should be applied (nitrogen and phosphorus).&nbsp;In Europe, frequent droughts mean that soil has poor water content. Raising the humus content of the soil contributes to the accumulation of water. Precipitation during the corn growing season from April to May and the amount of water are basic elements that determine yield, with a greater impact than the accumulated average temperatures over that period.To discover our corn portfolio <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS FOR CORN

<h3>PHOSPHORUS AND POTASSIUM</h3>Among its main requirements, corn absorbs potassium.&nbsp;Phosphorus&nbsp;has a good effect on the development of corn in the early stages and in the flowering phase, while&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;is important throughout the growing season, controlling the water balance of the plant.Maximum uptake of the main nutrients is highly varied and takes place in the following phases:<ul><li>Potassium - 7-8 weeks after emergence</li><li>Phosphorus - 9-11 weeks after emergence</li><li>Nitrogen - 7-9 weeks after emergence</li></ul>For example, with an average annual grain yield of 7.5 t/ha, in the balance of nutritional needs of corn cultivated in monoculture, approximately 7-10 kg P2O5 and 50-60 kg K2O/ha should be taken into account.&nbsp;The fertilisation dose of these components at average fertility, taking into account the inflow from plant residues, is 60 kg P2O5/ha and 100 kg K2O/ha.<h3>NITROGEN</h3>Three stages of nitrogen fertilisation:<ol><li>determination of nitrogen dose</li><li>setting the date of application</li><li>fertiliser selection</li></ol>The choice of nitrogen fertiliser requires consideration of several options to optimise the plant’s use of nitrogen.Corn reacts very well to nitrogen fertilisation in wet years, but negatively to fertilisation with nitrogen in dry years. The lower the uptake of potassium and phosphorus, the greater the negative reaction.<h3>ORGANIC FERTILISATION</h3>During its development, corn efficiently absorbs the ingredients contained in manure or slurry. Phosphorus and nitrogen demand is highest in the summer months. The fertilising value of minerals in an organic fertiliser in the year of application is determined using the so-called fertiliser equivalent. &nbsp;Fertilisation factors make it possible to calculate of the total amount of a given ingredient that is used by the plants.<h3 style="text-align:justify;">FERTILISATION WITH MAGNESIUM AND SULPHUR</h3>When deciding to grow corn, make sure that the soil is moderately rich in magnesium and sulphur. Deficiency of these elements can significantly contribute to slower plant development. In the absence of organic and natural fertilisation, it is recommended to use sulphur and magnesium corresponding to 25 to 75% of nutritional needs.To discover our corn portfolio: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

CORN FERTILISATION

The five most important micronutrients in corn cultivation:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Zinc2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Boron3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Copper4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manganese5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MolybdenumThe most important micronutrient in corn cultivation is zinc, which, like phosphorus, influences the rapid development of the root system in the initial stage of development, and later enzymatic processes and protein synthesis, which significantly increase the efficiency of NPK fertilisation (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium).To discover our corn portfolio: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

PREVENTIVE USE OF CORN MICRONUTRIENTS

There are two phases in corn protection: foliar and root herbicides. When deciding on herbicide treatment, it is important to consider the type and extent of weed infestation of the plantation. The "safest" time to use herbicides on corn plants is 2/3 days before emergence. Post-emergence (foliar) weed control is more difficult, because of burdensome weeds: thistle, knotweed, couch-grass and bindweed. It is recommended to use split doses on different dates, as studies have shown that this promotes corn yield.To discover our corn portfolio: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lidea-seeds.com/crops/maize">click here.</a>&nbsp;

HERBICIDE PROTECTION OF CORN

Corn is one of the most efficient and profitable crops in the cereal family. It is a spring grain to be sown in April or May, depending on the soil temperature. This crop is most often used for animal feed (silage and grain), but cultivation for milling purposes (production of corn groats and meal) is becoming increasingly popular.&nbsp;Its main advantages are the low requirements in terms of soil and climate conditions. Corn grows rapidly and is very resistant to thermal stress and water shortages. However, this does not mean that all corn varieties guarantee high yield and profitability. The choice of corn seeds is the most important factor in achieving high yield.

HOW TO GROW CORN?

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