SOIL TEST INFORMATION SHEET NO. V-430

Prepared by Extension Horticulturists Mike Cannon and James Boudreaux

Sweet Corn

1.	Apply 50 to 80 pounds of nitrogen per acre, prior to planting.  Sidedress with an additional 40-50 pounds of nitrogen per acre when plants are 12-15” tall.  A second sidedressing should be applied when plants are about 2 feet tall.

2.	High rates of nitrogen are essential for large ear size.

3.	Irrigated, precision planted high population plantings should receive the higher rate of fertilizer.

4.	Contact your county agent for additional information and help in your fertilization program.  The agent also receives a copy of this report for the parish office files.