When it comes to corn, selecting the right variety is key to maximizing your yields and meeting the challenges of the growing season. Dave’s Picks for 2025 highlights the best-performing varieties tailored to specific soil types, growing conditions, and population preferences.

Dave’s Top Corn Picks for 2025

Here’s the full lineup of this year’s best-performing varieties, with insights into what makes each one stand out and where they shine:

1. LG 30C98 VT2 PRIB (80-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Exceptional 85-day yield potential, excellent emergence, dries faster than 180-24, no need to plant heavily.
• Cons: Below-average drought tolerance, average Gray Leaf Spot (GW) tolerance.
• Best Fit: Early maturity with reliable performance.

2. LG 33C30 VT2 PRIB (83-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Outstanding yield potential, performs well at low to mid-range populations, and offers very good anthracnose tolerance.
• Cons: Yield declines in marginal soils, average GW tolerance.
• Best Fit: Moderate populations and productive soils.

3. Integra 3431 RR2 & VT2PRIB (84-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Excellent emergence, handles variable soils, good GW tolerance, and RR2 is more economical.
• Cons: VT2PRIB offers stronger stalks.
• Best Fit: Versatile choice for varying soil conditions and budget-conscious growers.

4. LG 35C79 VT2 PRIB (85-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Outstanding yield, great performance on variable soils, very good GW and drought tolerance.
• Cons: Prefers higher planting populations to maximize yield.
• Best Fit: Ideal for growers managing higher populations.

5. LG 36C62 VT2PRIB (86-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Proven performance with strong emergence.
• Cons: Poor GW tolerance.
• Best Fit: Suitable for less disease-prone areas needing reliable performance.

6. Channel 186-56 VT2 PRIB (86-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Performs well on all soil types, excellent drought tolerance, strong emergence.
• Cons: Susceptible to Gray Leaf Spot.
• Best Fit: A solid choice for fields with variable conditions.

7. Channel 187-20 VT2 PRIB (87-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Top performer on highly productive soils, very good drought tolerance, and strong emergence.
• Cons: Yield declines in marginal soils, average GW tolerance.
• Best Fit: For high-yield environments with consistent soil productivity.

8. Channel 188-67 VT2 PRIB (88-Day Maturity)

• Pros: High yield potential, adaptable to variable soils, does not require high planting populations.
• Cons: Susceptible to Northern Corn Leaf Blight (NCLB) and Anthracnose Stalk Rot (ASR).
• Best Fit: For growers balancing yield and lower population planting.

9. LG 38C48 RR2 & VT2PRIB (88-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Racehorse yields, strong stalks, RR2 offers an economical option.
• Cons: Yields decline on tougher acres, moderate drought tolerance, and test weight (TW) variability.
• Best Fit: Productive fields with minimal stress.

10. LG 42C80 VT2PRIB (92-Day Maturity)

• Pros: Big yield potential, thrives at medium populations, and offers very good anthracnose tolerance.
• Cons: Tends to retain 92-day moisture.
• Best Fit: A great option for growers prioritizing yield in longer growing seasons.

Plan, Grow, and Succeed with AgriMAX

Dave’s Picks represent years of field experience and data-driven insights. Each recommendation is carefully selected to help growers like you maximize your farm’s potential.

Ready to make the most of your 2025 season? Contact us to discuss which variety is best suited for your operation.

Looking for more recommendations? Check out Dave’s Soybean Picks for the 2025 season, featuring top-performing soybean varieties designed to meet your unique field challenges.