March 3, 2026Open Access

Best Management Practices for Corn Production in South Dakota

Key Points

Effective corn production requires careful hybrid selection and management of soil fertility, ensuring optimal growth under variable conditions.
Irrigation is vital, especially in drought conditions, and must be paired with effective salt management techniques to maintain crop health.
Implementation of crop rotations and cover crops improves soil health and reduces pest pressures, offering sustainable solutions for farmers.
Timely recordkeeping and calculations regarding corn yields and storage requirements help farmers maximize their productivity and resource management.

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Table of Contents: Introduction Page 1 1. Corn Growth and Development Page 3 2. Corn Hybrid Selection Page 9 3. Corn Planting Guide Page 13 4. Seasonal Hazards—Frost, Hail, Drought, and Flooding Page 17 5. Tillage, Crop Rotations, and Cover Crops Page 21 6. Irrigation and Salt Management Page 31 7. Soil Fertility Page 39 8. Corn Insect Pests Page 49 9. Corn Diseases in South Dakota Page 59 10. Weeds and Herbicide Injury in Corn Page 71 11. Corn Grain Harvest Page 93 12. Corn Drying and Storage Page 99 13. Recordkeeping Page 107 14. Useful Calculations: Corn Yields and Storage Requirements Page 111 15. Corn Calendar and Troubleshooting Guide Page 121 16. Websites with Related Information Page 125

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Best Management Practices for Corn Production in South Dakota

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