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Corn Seed Age at Planting

Last Updated: March 28, 2008

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There is no evidence that seed size consistently affects grain yield. Plantability is more of an issue with seed size and, if there are problems with the stand, that could ultimately affect grain yield later in the fall.

For more information on this or other topics related to corn production, contact your state extension corn specialist or your local extension educator/agent.

The following is the link to the corn extension specialists: state extension corn specialist

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