Keeping It Independent

Mixed Bag on Planting Progress

April 27, 2026·16 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Planting is rolling across the Central Corn Belt! Some regions got off to hot starts, while others are still fighting wet conditions. From excellent conditions in parts of Minnesota to challenges in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, the weather is playing a significant role this season.In this episode, the Wyffels agronomy team discusses planting progress across Wyffels Country, peeks at the extended forecast, and highlights the Wyffels GDU calculator.Remember, it’s still early, and patience is crucial. Late planting doesn’t mean disaster. There's still time for strong yields! Links discussed in this episode:Wyffels Hybrids Planting Progress ReportWyffels Hybrids GDU CalculatorNational Weather ServiceIowa State University - Iowa Environmental MesonetBetween The Rows® - Optimize PlantabilityWe want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it.►  Let’s ConnectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybridsX: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybridsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids#Corn #SeedCorn #Agronomy #Agronomics #Farming #rowcrops  #podcast #farmtalk #agribusiness #seedcorn #planters #plant26 #soybeans #earlyplanting #soilconditions #nitrogen #GDU

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