Fields are Variable
Most growers believe that their fi elds have some variation in them, however
manage their fi elds the same from road ditch to fence. The many areas contained
within those acres have widely varying levels of profi t potential. Profi tability is
compromised when the entire fi eld is treated the same rather than treating each
variation in a way that maximizes its return.
Different Genetics Provide Different Results
Selecting the correct hybrid or variety for each fi eld is one of the most impactful
decisions that is made when planning for the growing season. The rolling timber
fi eld isn’t planted with the same hybrid and population as the black river bottom
ground or the sand knob. But what about when the rolling timber soil, black river
bottom ground, and sand knob are all in the same pass of the same fi eld? The hybrid
that maximizes the best part of the fi eld is typically selected, and the rest of the
fi eld is left to chance. Look at the variability in organic matter in the fi eld below.
Averaging the fi eld by planting a single hybrid is leading to overspending on seed in
the areas that are not capable of producing much.
Multi-Hybrid Planting with Speed
mSet allows for two hybrids to be planted in the fi eld as the planter switches between hybrids when crossing into diff erent
zones. A single meter with a dual compartment hopper and a seed selector makes it simple. The seed selector fi lls the
meter with a small pool of the hybrid you are planting, and when it’s time to plant the other hybrid, it fi lls the meter with the
other hybrid from the other section of the hopper. Transitions happen quickly thanks to a seed pool level sensor that tells
the seed selector when more seed is needed. There are also no compromises. mSet is compatible with both seed tubes as
well as SpeedTube® for maximizing acres per hour and gaining profi tability from multi-hybrid planting.
