The processor estimates yield at every point in the field. It is vital to calibrate for rice to get useful management data. Take several rice samples to a moisture meter like those used at grain terminals. Calibrate the yield monitor, compare the readings and confirm the moisture content of each. Yield monitor information helps to identify the benefits of good water management, variety selection and pest management.
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Where levees and points are few, yield monitors can be very accurate. To get accurate acreage data and correct yield per acre data this is essential. Rice moisture is displayed on the monitor throughout the harvest day. The processor typically adjusts rice weight to 14 percent m.c. if it is calibrated properly. If moisture is not properly calibrated or it is biased by residue, the processor converts the data to incorrect yields.