Vieselmeyer, Buoy place in annual corn yield contest

A commitment to continuous improvement in environmental and economic sustainability. A contribution to the body of agronomic research that purshes the needle forward on efficiency. An innate call to be one’s personal best.

These are the hallmarks of the American farmer. It is this steadfast spirit that the National Corn Growers Association tips its hat to every year as it salutes farmers from across the country for their efforts and exceptional results in the National Corn Yield Contest.

Through their efforts, NCGA members contributed valuable data that will help all growers overcome incredible obstacles as they continue to drive efficient and sustainable agricultural production.

Verdis Vieselmeyer of Holyoke placed second in the state C:No-Till Non-Irrigated Class with a yield of 120.411 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was Pioneer P0157AM. The winning field was located in Colorado.

Marty Buoy of Holyoke placed second in the state H:Strip-Till, Minimum-Till, Mulch-Till, Ridge-Till Irrigated Class with a yield of 338.5539 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was DEKALB DKC63-91RIB. The winning field was located in Colorado.

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