FIRST Seed Tests

F.I.R.S.T. - Farmers Independent Research of Seed Technologies Unbiased On-Farm Yield Results for Your Fields

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See how specific corn 🌽 and soybean 🫛brands, traits, maturities performed across MULTI-YEAR FIRST tests using product reports: https://t.co/hqXBmL3jId

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ICYMI - FIRST plots are over 50% complete. See the yield trends featured by DTN here 👇.

[DTN/Progressive Farmer @dtnpf]

With roughly half of FIRST yield plots harvested, corn is averaging less than in 2024.

ICYMI: https://t.co/rooKYj6yJR

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As of October 23, these are #soybeans #harvest25 reports complete (green pins). View, filter, and search soybeans reports here: https://t.co/2Hky7VZsNt

[DTN/Progressive Farmer @dtnpf]

So far this season, yield trial results from the FIRST network seem to support anecdotal harvest reports that overall corn yields are lower than USDA estimates released last month.

The difference could be enough to push the U.S. average corn yield below the record set in 2024, though perhaps not enough to stymie record production.

Crops Editor @JasonJenkinsDTN reports: https://t.co/uqxoX6tZac

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If you want the latest #yield results for #corn and #soybeans throughout the midwest, right in your inbox, sign up here: https://t.co/7rgmG75Wo1

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An update for our notification email ✉️ subscribers: Microsoft has unblocked our sending address, which was preventing delivery of email to @hotmail, @outlook, @live.com and others. Sorry for the missed time and look for fresh updates in your inbox for #harvest25 ! 📨

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Great to have FIRST Business Manager and field researcher Matt Dahle providing updates about #harvest25 #corn and #soybean plots this year!

https://t.co/QSHzow99cx

[EarthOptics @EarthOptics]

We're excited for the results of FIRST's 2025 Seed Trials to start coming out! As always, these trials test how various seeds perform in a variety of circumstances and geographies. The results are incredibly helpful to American corn and soybean farmers as they make decisions to hopefully improve yield and profitability in the future.

We at EarthOptics are very proud to have partnered with FIRST on these trials this year. By integrating our soil measurements into FIRST's trial data, farmers will get a clearer and more comprehensive understanding about why seeds performed as they did - and how they might perform under similar conditions on their own farms.

To access FIRST's latest reports, visit https://t.co/PSvgOBW9Hz. For a more detailed rundown on the FIRST Seed Trials, watch this video or visit https://t.co/VbbXXP1JSU.

[Burrus Seed @BurrusSeed]

🏆🌽Are you looking for a corn hybrid lineup with consistent performance? Consider #BurrusSeed for you 2026 seed needs! Here's a snapshot of our 2024 @FirstSeedTests performance. Build a product portfolio that fits your operation with Burrus!

[DTN/Progressive Farmer @dtnpf]

In an age when high-speed, central-fill planters have wingspans that commonly rival commercial airliners, Klint Tucker's diminutive eight-row unit doesn't draw much attention — until you notice the two passengers riding atop it across the field.

Read more in the first story of DTN's seed inputs and insights series: https://t.co/Ax83GL3UFh

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Harvest has begun! Check out the latest #independent yield results for hundreds of plots, FREE for the public here: https://t.co/ka8ivewNem

Follow along with new yield data announcements for #FIRSTTrials #harvest25 over on our Facebook page: https://t.co/heLuds5x32

[Renk Seed @RenkSeed]

We’re proud to provide seed that works as hard as you do. And like you, it gets results.

Through extensive testing across the Midwest with independent dealers, F.I.R.S.T. and state trials, we ensure our products perform in every condition. Learn more: https://t.co/EL9628IlHA

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Want to use independent data to make better seed decisions? Join us for a webinar on September 3rd to learn how the FIRST Trials give you data you can trust.
#FIRSTTrials #SeedDecisions #SeedTrials

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We want to welcome these *NEW* sponsors testing #corn and #soybeans in #FIRSTTrials. Check out all the 2025 sponsors: https://t.co/dCQnHfIU7o
FIRST is grateful to the companies entering products in #independent #unbiased research trials. Check FIRST for your seed decisions!

[FIRST Seed Tests @FirstSeedTests]

It's packeting season for #FIRSTTrials. Did you know FIRST runs randomized, replicated tests with 3 or 4 replicates per location? Details: https://t.co/D2lUASUclb
Great to work with >50 brands testing in independent #corn and #soybean trials in #Plant25. More details soon!

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Looking forward to soybean testing in #plant25 performance trials. In 2024, #FIRSTTrials largest yield spread was 48 bu, and avg yield spread was 21 bu/ac between high and low-yielding varieties across 112 locations. See top performers: https://t.co/1rjXw681kx

[FIRST Seed Tests @FirstSeedTests]

Partnering with EarthOptics on the soil analysis for our 2025 FIRST Trials will bring better data to farmers looking to make seed decisions. This is a powerful addition to our trials.

Keep an eye on our 2025 Harvest Reports this Fall.

#FIRSTTrials #EarthOptics

[EarthOptics @EarthOptics]

EarthOptics is proud to partner with Farmers Independent Research of Seed Technologies (FIRST) as the sole provider of soil sample analysis for the 2025 FIRST Trials. 🌱

📢 Read the full press release here: https://t.co/fzmhLtfDAo

#EarthOptics #FIRST #SoilHealth #AgTech #Se...

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Great to see #FIRSTTrials research managers from Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota connect at the 2025 @NAICC1978 Meeting!

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As we get ready for #plant25, let's finish some business from #harvest24 and we hope your #harvest25: check out #FIRSTTrials YouTube page @firstseedtests97 to view a NEW📺video guided tour of https://t.co/cZrq8dt7sB - your toolbox for yield results: https://t.co/drJcQNsPmc