If the yield conversion factor for a particular pattern has increased, should skip-row yields previously converted to solid plant be revised based upon the new yield factors?
Yes, the solid plant yield for patterns whose yield factors have increased are also subject to adjustment using the same procedures as those whose yield factors have decreased (Exhibit 17 Par. 4 of the CIH). Therefore, producers who have certified such patterns, row widths and used the associated yield conversion will also be adjusted. An inappropriate yield increase would occur by simply applying the new yield conversion factor on the acreage report (Appendix III Type Acreage Record). For example the yield conversion factor for a 2 X 1 (30 -35″) row pattern (Table 3) has increased from 1.26 to 1.35.
Related Questions
- How should a skip-row pattern that requires an acreage reduction with a 1.00 yield factor be reported to the Data Automation System (DAS) on the Appendix III Type 15 Yield Record?
- If the skip-row yields are converted to solid-plant and then submitted as a non-irrigated Type 15 Yield Record, how will RMA know the record contains skip-row yield information?
- If the yield conversion factor for a particular pattern has increased, should skip-row yields previously converted to solid plant be revised based upon the new yield factors?
