Randy Dowdy sets record for corn yield with DEKALB corn seed genetics
In Georgia, Randy Dowdy has set the world record for corn yield with an average of 503 bushels per acre using DEKALB corn seed genetics. Dowdy achieved the record as part of the 2014 National Corn Growers Association’s (NCGA) 50th Annual National Corn Yield Contest. The Georgia growing season started off with challenging weather conditions. However, with a combination of favorable weather during the season’s second half, strong agronomic practices and high-performing corn, Dowdy set the record with DKC62-08 Brand, known for exceptional top-end yield potential and excellent agronomics, in the Irrigated category. It is adapted to most crop rotations and a wide range of environments, including both irrigated and non-irrigated acres. The previous world record was an average of 454 bushels of corn per acre in 2013.
The Georgia growing season started off with challenging weather conditions. However, with a combination of favorable weather during the season’s second half, strong agronomic practices and high-performing corn, Dowdy set the record with DKC62-08 Brand, known for exceptional top-end yield potential and excellent agronomics, in the Irrigated category. It is adapted to most crop rotations and a wide range of environments, including both irrigated and non-irrigated acres. The previous world record was an average of 454 bushels of corn per acre in 2013.
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