Variety review pages include stalk-quality scores.
Corn Production
What causes corn to lodge and how do I prevent it?
Corn lodging (stalks falling over) results from weak stalks, excessive plant population, late-season disease, or root damage from corn rootworm. Prevent by planting at recommended populations (not over), choosing hybrids with strong stalk-quality ratings, scouting for rootworm pressure, and harvesting at proper moisture before stalks degrade.
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