Drought Stress
Return to physiological, nutritional, and other disorders
Drought stress, when severe, can result in poor kernel development, inadequate ear fill, and poor quality corn.
Drought stress.
(Photo: R.L. Croissant, Bugwood.org)
Management:
- Sweet corn requires significant amounts of water during silking and ear development. Typically irrigate at least 1 inch of water per week during critical times. Both drip and overhead irrigation are effective for sweet corn production. Use tensiometers to monitor moisture status on coarser soils.
