Row by Row

Row by Row is your go-to source for year-round insights, aimed at helping you harvest more of the corn you grow. From growing season considerations to to post-harvest maintenance and everything in between, each article is packed with actionable information. Content is organized by seasonal relevance, plus two categories that offer value any time of year. Dive deeper with topic filters to find exactly what matters to your operation.

Your Best Investment in a Down Market: Durable Harvest Equipment

Investing in equipment that’s built to last pays off during downturns in the ag economy. Learn how durability helps maximize ROI in years like this one.

Common Causes of Corn Yield Variability and Their Harvest Impact

Making adjustments to account for the causes of corn yield variability is critical, as some will result in yield loss when the combine runs this fall.

In the Drive for Higher Yields, Look Beyond Your Inputs

After all the investment we farmers make to optimize yield potential, it’s the corn head that can ultimately make the difference between profit and loss.

Don’t Accept Unnecessary Loss at the Corn Head

Research shows 60% of harvest yield loss happens at the corn head. So Googling “corn head yield loss” should reveal the latest yield-saving tech, right?

Discover The Best Corn Head For Maximizing Corn Yield

It’s important to plan ahead and be realistic about all the potential harvest variables—and own a corn head that can respond to those variables for you.

Early Spring Corn Planting Tips for More Yield This Fall

Brian Hefty, agronomist, farmer and co-host of Ag PhD TV & Radio, shares his thoughts on spring strategies that can pay off in big ways at harvest.

Spring Tips to Capture More Yield During Harvest

A new growing season is just around the bend. Spring preparations are underway to ensure equipment is field-ready but do not stop there.

We Farm Too: Smart Strategies and Proven Practices

Farm Manager Matt Divis shares spring tips and best practices from Bollig Farms, the multi-generational operation owned by Dragotec USA President Denny Bollig.

Optimizing Crop Health in Dry Field Conditions

Dry fields, cool temps or slow emergence? ISU Extension agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz shares best practices for optimizing crop health in dry conditions.