Soybean Seeding Rate Tips
April 20, 2016
Numerous soybean seeding rate studies have indicated that a final plant population of about 80,000 to 120,000 plants per acre is likely sufficient for ensuring an economic return, with the latter being based on weighing the slightly higher yield potential with higher final pl
Early Bird Gets the Worm: Benefits of Early Soybean Planting
April 20, 2016
A 4-Step Early Bird Guide to Higher Soybean Yield Potential:
- Select full-season varieties with proven yield performance.
- Know your replant coverage with seed suppliers and insurance.
- Shoot for soil temperatures above 50°F during the 48 hours after planting.
Three Key Considerations for Planting Corn and Soybeans
April 15, 2016
Planting as early as possible allows your crop to collect solar radiation sooner; however, the practice comes with some risks which need to be weighed against the benefit.