When I was young, I asked my father why he didn’t grow sweet corn in his garden. He answered that you need a big garden to ...

Early-planting and moisture management strategies help farmers avoid yield losses and optimize harvest timing for maximum ...

Growing corn in a small backyard plot is totally doable if you plan carefully and give the plants what they need to thrive. Corn loves full sun, fertile soil and regular watering, but is also ...

Michigan State study shows corn planting success depends on soil conditions and weather forecasts, not just calendar timing.

We've all heard the old sayings about corn. Here are a few facts - and myths - about corn. This summer has been a mixture of rainy, humid and hot days. Doesn't sound like much fun for humans but the ...

The tomatoes and peppers go where we get the most sun, while lettuce does fine in mostly shade. The shade creates a somewhat cooler microclimate, with the result that the lettuce plants produce ...

Despite shifting market signals, some economists predict corn will remain the undisputed king of the acreage race.