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Mid-Atlantic Corn and Soybean Yields Show Great Variability in Response to Precipitation during Critical Growth Stages

Author:

Michel Cavigelli

Year:

2018

Abstract:

The mid-Atlantic coastal plain, where the FSP is located, has higher than average variability in corn and soybean yields compared to the most productive agricultural regions in the US. Precipitation is the primary driver of crop yield variability in this region and drought is often responsible for low yields.

Format:

1 online resource (2 pages)

Language:

English

Publisher:

USDA Northeast Climate Hub

Collection:

USDA publications

Permanent URL:

https://doi.org/10.32747/2018.6892663.ch

Persistent Link:

10.32747/2018.6892663.ch

https://doi.org/10.32747/2018.6892663.ch