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The skip-row corn production system has improved yields up to 40 bushels per acre as compared to conventional planting in 30-inch rows. Results from trials conducted across the state indicate that this system is best suited to central and western Nebraska in areas where water may be limited.
The research included three plant populations and three skip-row configurations: 1) plant one, skip one; 2) plant two, skip one; and 3) plant two, skip two. The program will address when skip rows should be used and what skips should be selected for various conditions. He also will discuss what it takes to make the skip row corn system successful. Under good rainfall conditions usually the skip-row yields equal the conventional yields, however, in precipitation-limited, drier conditions, skip-row yields often are higher.
To learn more about skip-row corn and how to determine where this system is best applied, attend one of these meetings:
For more information about any of these meetings, contact the host Extension Educator listed. Programs are free and organizers have applied for two certified crop advisor credits in crop management.
Bob Klein
Extension Cropping Systems Specialist
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