Soybeans: shall we plan the crop?

Crop planning

Good planning is essential for the result, therefore, before a new planting, rural producers need to prepare in advance, in the off-season, and analyze the history of the last harvest so as not to make the same mistakes as in previous years.

At this time, concerns also turn to the choice of highly productive cultivars. This is not always enough, since the response and productive expression of the plant will also be the result of the managements adopted by the farmer.

Failure to observe important management causes some frequent errors, such as: sowing failures, problems with seed germination, use of cultivars not adapted to the regions, lack of coating in seed treatment, neglect of climatic and soil factors, ideal temperature and indicated sowing time.

Below we highlight 5 points of attention for obtaining high productivity:

1- Choice of Cultivars

To avoid these problems, it is important to make the proper choice of cultivars, considering region and seed quality. Currently, there is a wide variety available on the market, with different maturation groups, where the most cultivated vary between 115 and 140 days. Also remembering the importance of the staggering of cultivars, which reduces risks and distributes the harvest.

2 - Desiccation

The accomplishment of a good desiccation where the culture will be implanted, inhibits the weed competition caused by the weeds, besides eliminating involuntary plants that serve as hosts for pathogens and insect-pests.

3 - Machine Settings

In addition, it is also necessary to observe the proper regulation of the machinery used for the implantation, aiming at the correct distribution of the seed and fertilizer, based on the needs of the crop and on the results of the soil analysis.

4 - Soil Condition

Soil conditions, such as temperature and water availability, will also determine the interaction of the seed with the environment. To start the germination process and metabolic activation, in the initial phase an absorption of 40 to 50% of the seed volume in water is necessary, depending on the variety.

Since the seeds are in contact with the soil, protection at the initial stage of the crop is extremely important. Because of this, it is recommended to use an efficient seed treatment, thus promoting a chemical barrier to the attack of soil pests and pathogens.

5 - Pests and Diseases

During crop development, we need to pay attention to pests and diseases, so monitoring must be carried out at each stage of crop development. Thus, it is necessary to plan and purchase in advance the inputs to be used during its cycle, thus avoiding future headaches for the farmer.


Conclusion

The managements adopted with precision and control, linked to specialized technical recommendations, will be decisive for the success of your plantation.