Corn rootworm (CRW) has become an increasingly prevalent pest for Ontario and Quebec continuous corn growers. Significant yield losses can occur from CRW larvae, as feeding larvae will clip the corn plant’s roots which causes inhibition of water and nutrient uptake early on, as well as lodging later in season. It is estimated that up to 18% yield loss can be expected per node of roots clipped1.

On this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School, host Bernard Tobin is joined by PRIDE Seeds product manager Matt Chapple for a look at what seed companies can do to test for ear rot susceptibility to ensure hybrids have a strong defence against ear mould.