In addition to extensive research in product development and selection, Maizex focuses on agronomy research and information that is meant to increase your on-farm profit potential and support the goal of maximizing the genetic potential in the seed you plant. This area of our website provides detailed articles and information in areas that can make a difference on your farm.
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Grading Your 2023 Silage Crop
Oct 27, 2023Now that the 2023 corn silage harvest is complete, you should take some time to evaluate the crop you produced and the feed you will be feeding from it for the next year. It is always good to review the season and what you learned in order to make notes to help plan for next…
The Cadillac of sprayer tenders on the Sharp Edge
Oct 5, 2023A new episode from our series with RealAgriculture is now available. Host Bernard Tobin and Maizex agronomist Adam Parker have a look at a particularly impressive sprayer tender trailer at Shawridge Farms in Arthur, Ontario. Watch below and read more at realagriculture.com. …
The Sharp Edge: High-tech Scuffling
Aug 22, 2023Episode 3 of Season 4 of the Sharp Edge finds host Bern Tobin of RealAgriculture and Maizex agronomist Henry Prinzen visiting with organic farmer Brandon Jantzi near Baden, Ontario. Watch below and read more at realagriculture.com….
Selecting Silage Hybrids for Your Farm
Aug 1, 2023Selecting the right corn hybrids for your farm is one of the most important factors in achieving a successful crop. There are many things to consider when selecting your silage hybrids to make sure they align with your production system and desired goals. We strongly suggest you consult with your nutritionist to identify your ration…
Smart Soybean Selection
Looking for guidance on how to pick the right soybean for your farm? It’s no wonder! In the past, life was a lot simpler: there were conventional soybeans and glyphosate-tolerant soybeans. Today, however, that’s not the case. Now we have conventional, identity-preserved soybeans. We have Xtend soybeans, tolerant to glyphosate and dicamba. We have XtendFlex…
Kernel Mass vs. Kernel Number Explained
At Maizex, our agronomy team has spent the last few years classifying hybrids by kernel numbers or kernel mass. This provides insight into how the hybrids build yield and ultimately helps growers make better hybrid placement decisions. Our work has demonstrated that most hybrids can be categorized as either ‘kernel number hybrids’ or ‘kernel mass…
Forage varieties adapted to each field
Maizex forage seeds are tested and carefully selected to meet the different needs of producers. Our forage blends are developed with performance in mind as well as adaptability to the different conditions of each agricultural operation. The comprehensive product line in the Maizex forage seed portfolio allows you to choose the best seeds field by…
The Sharp Edge: Season 4
Jul 12, 2023We are excited for the return of the Sharp Edge for Season 4, as we roam the Canadian countryside with realagriculture.com in search of new and innovative farming practices to share with our audience. The Sharp Edge, by realagriculture.com and brought to you by Maizex Seeds, is a series designed to provide unique information and…
Elite forages now available
Jun 1, 2023Maizex is now the official source for Elite forages in Ontario and the Maritime provinces. With a rich history of performance in Eastern Canada, Elite forage varieties are built on leading-edge genetics and tested through one of the most comprehensive pre-commercial testing programs in the country. Products are selected specifically to meet the evolving needs…
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