Protect Soybean Seeds with Wet and Cool Soil Conditions

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PROTECT SOYBEAN SEEDS WITH WET AND COOL SOIL
CONDITIONS
Generally during the spring, low seed germination
is what causes the yield loss, especially, in
the case of soybean. This is because the wet
harvest causes seed-borne disease which
increases during the wet harvest season. In the
USA, wherever wet weather is experienced, there
is a high risk of diseases associated with the
seed as well as a decrease in stands. Although
the weather conditions during the spring remain
like this, the farmers can take certain steps
during the spring using the right farming
equipment in order to reduce the effect of
wetness on the seeds. Here, we are listing some
of the steps that can be considered during the
spring to prevent loss of yield.
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Check the seed It is necessary to check the
seeds to determine the germination rate. Usually,
the germination rate is 90 during an average
year. However, it is not always true. To
determine the germination rate, one has to look
at the seeds to arrive at a decision regarding
the seed. Protect the seed Seed treatment
protects the seed and enhances the germination as
well a the survival rate of the seeds. Selecting
the right product for preventing the seeds from
particular pests will safeguard the seeds.
Purple seed stain is a common soil-born soybean
disease, Seed cleaner is an effective tool if
the disease has decimated the seed or the product
has not penetrated the seed tissues. Covering
the seed properly Using the best farming
equipment for covering the seeds will ensure that
proper seed-to- soil contact is maintained. When
the seed furrow is properly closed at an ideal
depth of 1.5 or 2 inches, then the seeds will
germinate and emerge better and faster. At the
same time, if there will be no air pockets,
there will be better seed-to-soil contact. Using
better quality farming equipment Along with the
planters or tractors, using the Farm Shop
products Germinator Closing Wheels ensure that
the seed V is properly covered without any risk
of sidewall compaction. The steel makes the body
of the Germinator Closing Wheels is also helpful
in reducing the down pressure on the soil as
well as seed. The Germinator Closing Wheel is
successful in faster and consistent germination
and the emergence of the seeds. This will
safeguard the seed from wet weather conditions.
Not only wet conditions, but these closing wheels
also work in all soil conditions whether it is
till or no-till soil. Conclusion Seed treatment
as well as using the right farming equipment as
available at Farm Shop products are helpful in
enhancing the protection of the seed during wet
weather conditions. Soybean is one such grain
that gets affected by wet and cool soil
conditions. Therefore, care must be taken to
ensure the seeds remain free from disease and
provide a higher potential yield.