Yield results have been posted from several Dahlman plots harvested in the Fall of 2011. Results vary because of unusually wet spring conditions followed by extremely hot/dry/humid weather during pollination. Check back for yield updates as more plot results are posted through November, including the state yield trials.

Yield results from 36 plots in three states have been added to the Dahlman website effective November 16, 2010. Several Dahlman corn hybrids showed exceptional yields across a number of locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Dakotas.  Yield leaders were the Dahlman VT3 hybrids and the new GENSS hybrids, which showed excellent drydown, superb standability, and outstanding test weights.  Several growers remarked that test weights for Dahlman hybrids were often 58-60 lbs. per bushel and field harvest moisture was 14-16%.  Check out all the results under YIELD DATA.  State Yield Trials data will be added when it’s available later in November.

Dahlman’s James Carlson describes three outstanding seed products in video clips posted at the end of the GALLERY section of the Dahlman website.  Check out Jimmie’s description of an excellent field of Genuity® soybeans that yielded more than 60 bushels an acre; a field of Dahlman 48-07 VT3 that produced more than 200 bushels an acre; and Sabin registered wheat that yielded more than 60 bushels an acre.

Dahlman Hybrids with Genuity® SmartStax™ traits showed excellent yields in 2010 test plots according to James Carlson, Dahlman salesman.  “ I weighed corn at more than 50 plots this year and GENSS hybrids were generally 3-5 bushels better than VT Double PRO™ hybrids,”  Carlson said.  Dahlman has four GENSS hybrids for 2011 planting, ranging from 86 day relative maturity to 100 day relative maturity.

Matching the right soybean variety to your conditions is the key to maximizing yields.

• Iron Deficiency. High pH soils (7.2 or more) have a tendency for IDC, so choose a variety that has higher IDC tolerance. Soils that have soluble salt levels of more than 0.8 mmhos/cm and calcium carbonate levels of 5% or greater will very likely foster IDC.
• Plant Structure. If you plant in 15” rows or drill your beans choose a semi-bush variety. When planting in 30” rows choose a bush variety so plants will spread out and canopy to preserve moisture and help control weeds.
• Maturity. Early maturing varieties will be ready to harvest sooner, but        you’re probably sacrificing yield. Plant the longest maturity for your area to achieve the highest yield potential. Three different maturities give you the best potential for  high yields on your farm.
• Traits. Dahlman has a good selection of Roundup Ready® soybeans in several maturities. The new Genuity® beans have shown higher yields in test plots, and 2010 yields are showing excellent results on full fields. Yields on Liberty beans are very competitive to RR beans.