Determining Successful Corn Pollination

Pollination success is critical to final yield. The number of kernels set is largely determined near the time of pollination. Yield losses due to reduced kernel set at pollination cannot be fully regained. Ron Joiner, Pioneer Field Agronomist, discusses the importance of pollination and explains how growers can check corn pollination populations in their fields. Drought and heat are two primary factors that impact pollination. Insects such as corn rootworm beetles and Japanese beetles can interfere with pollination by clipping silks. Clipped silks can still elongate and receive pollen; however continuous intense insect activity can result in reduced seed set. For more information on corn pollination success, visit: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/c... #Agronomy #PioneerSeeds #Corn