Research and Testing

The above map shows SGD 2024 research locations. The SGD customer area encompasses Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia. and Wisconsin

SGD takes research and testing seriously.  We vet our seed to offer the best options to farmers across the Corn Belt.  Our aggressive research program assesses seed performance with:

  • 44 corn tests

  • 24 soybean tests

  • 26 locations (see map)

  • 40 test sites

  • 30,000+ yield plots

  • STEPP plots (more info below)

  • yield and agronomic data from at least 8 major research foundation genetic suppliers.

  • customer-supplied competitive checks (more info below)

CORN AND SOYBEAN PERFORMANCE

It's important to be transparent with data so customers get the best possible performance. Corn and soybean performance data helps characterize the value of Seed Genetics Direct seed based on factors such as yield, moisture, test weight, lodging and general appearance. These additional measures serve as a valuable supplement to the SGD Seed Guide, offering a broader perspective and deeper understanding of seed performance.

Data: 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016

STEPP (Seed Testing Evaluation Plot Program)
STEPP (Seed Testing Evaluation Plot Program) an important tool in SGD’s research program. An on-farm customer testing program, STEPP plots offer even more data points in more locations and provide a broader perspective on current and new hybrids and varieties.  Customers interested in managing a STEPP Plot should contact Todd Jeffries, vice president, via email or at 812-212-0200.

Data: 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018

COMPETITIVE CHECK NOMINATIONS

Want to see how SGD corn or beans stack up against others? Tell us what you want us to test against by nominating a competitive check!

Customers can nominate competitive checks to ensure:

  • SGD is comparing against the competitive checks you want!

  • SGD continues to offer the best hybrids and varieties across the Corn Belt!

To participate, complete this form and send 10 pounds of the seed you want SGD to test against to Chris Jeffries, CCA, president, 9983 Jeffersonville-West Lancaster Road, Jeffersonville, OH 43128. Nominations must be received by Feb. 20.