Stine Seed Company agronomists said on April 30 that early-season stand establishment is a key priority for farmers as planting begins. Tom Larson, Stine’s director of agronomy, said, “After the crop is in the ground, the work is just beginning. Evaluating stand establishment is one of the first and most critical steps after planting. Scouting fields to ensure uniform emergence and pinpoint potential issues early can help guide decisions for the rest of the season. Through Stine’s Yield Maximizer Program, our agronomists are available to work alongside growers, scouting problem areas and providing expert recommendations on next steps if stand establishment is a concern.”
The company said this focus helps guide farmers through crucial stages after planting by identifying problems such as uneven emergence or environmental stressors that could impact yields. According to the official website, Stine Seed Company operates in the agricultural sector with a focus on corn and soybean genetics according to the official website.
Participants in Stine’s Yield Maximizer Program can rely on sales representatives and agronomists to assess seed-to-soil contact, planting depth accuracy, population estimates versus targets, seedling health concerns like cold shock or crusting issues, insect or disease pressure and other mechanical stressors. Once field scouting is complete, data gathered helps determine next steps including replant decisions based on economics and product performance.
Larson said: “Growers should think about stand establishment as a necessary step on the path to higher yields. They know well that farming is not a set-it-and-forget-it business — it requires consistent scouting, timely inputs and the ability to adjust strategies based on what Mother Nature delivers. It’s not an easy job, which is why Stine’s sales and agronomy teams are available to provide personalized, season-long support paired with data-driven solutions to help keep yield goals on track.”
According to its official website Stine Seed Company maintains independent ownership and ranks as the nation’s largest independent seed provider according to its official website. The company emphasizes scientific innovation along with grower choices in supplying high-yield genetics for corn and soybean production according to its official website. For more than 40 years it has specialized in delivering high-performance genetics for these crops as reported by its official site.
