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FIRST Seed Trial Results Now Available

The results from 2024 Farmer’s Independent Research of Seed Technologies (FIRST) Trials are now available at www.firstseedtests.com. Corn trials averaged 231 bushels per acre across all locations, beating the old record by 6 bushels. Soybeans averaged 62.3 bushels per acre, surpassing the old record by 0.4 acres.

The results are also available to order in a printed booklet at this link: https://stores.inksoft.com/firstseedtests/shop/home. The Corn Grain and Soybean booklets are $5.95 each plus shipping with bulk quantity discounts available.

FIRST provides timely unbiased comparisons of innovative seed genetics to improve yield and profitability for American corn and soybean farmers.

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