Brown Mid-Rib Corn Variety Trial

Authors

Heather Darby, University of VermontFollow
Laura Madden, University of Vermont
Erica Cummings, University of Vermont
Conner Burke, University of Vermont
Hannah Harwood, University of Vermont
Susan Monahan, University of Vermont

Abstract

Brown mid-rib (BMR) corn has a lower lignin content than other silage corn varieties, which makes it more digestible to dairy cows, potentially increasing milk production. Growers interested in BMR corn look for high-yielding varieties with favorable chemical composition and quality. Since 2010, the University of Vermont Extension Northwest Crops & Soils program has conducted research trials to evaluate BMR corn silage varieties. In 2013, the trial included 10 varieties from three different seed companies. While the information presented can begin to describe the yield and quality performance of these BMR corn varieties in this region, it is important to note that the data represent results from only one season and one location. Compare other hybrid performance data before making varietal selections.

Keywords

Vermont, University of Vermont

Publication Date

2013

Recommended Citation

Darby, Heather; Madden, Laura; Cummings, Erica; Burke, Conner; Harwood, Hannah; and Monahan, Susan, "Brown Mid-Rib Corn Variety Trial" (2013). Northwest Crops & Soils Program. 199.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/nwcsp/199