The most frequent questions when growing soybeans

Is it necessary to inoculate soybean seeds?

Inoculation of soybean seeds must be carried out in any case, even if soybeans are sown after soybeans.

There is an opinion that if soybeans are sown after soybeans, then the inoculant will be superfluous, the nodules will be that way. This statement is not entirely true.

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If the seeds are inoculated, the yield of soybeans will be 5-7% higher than if they were not inoculated, and this is on repeated sowings of soybeans in the same place.

Do I need to add BioStim™ seeds to the seed treatment?

Normally 0.75 - 1.0 l/t is required. The addition of this drug to the inoculant for soybeans leads to a better start of plants at the initial stages, stronger development of the root system, improved phosphorus-potassium nutrition of plants, better work of nodule bacteria and an increase in the yield of soybean seeds.

This product cannot replace the inoculant for soybeans.

Can Sporomax™ B be used to replace chemical poisons?

Yes, it is possible in the norm of 1.0 - 1.5 l/t. This fungicide is effective against root rot, fusarium, and seed bacteriosis. It is perfectly compatible with nodule bacteria.

But, if the soybean seeds are severely affected by rot, then it is better to use chemical poisons, which are recommended for processing soybean seeds and are compatible with nodule bacteria.

Is it necessary to give nitrogen fertilizers for the start?

It all depends on the type of soil.

If the humus content is more than 3, good aeration of the soil, then it is not necessary to give nitrogen. If the humus content in the soil is less than 2.5, it is recommended to give starting doses of nitrogen fertilizers at the rate of 15-20 kg a.s./ha, no more.

Do soybeans need fertilizer?

For the growth and development of soybeans, many people apply ammonium sulfate at the rate of 50-100 kg/ha. The results of this event are not bad. However, it should be noted that ammonium sulfate is an acidic fertilizer, which must be taken into account based on the acidity of the soil. Nitrogen plays a role here to improve the start of plants. The main role is played by sulfur, which contributes to better assimilation of nitrogen by the plant.

High-quality fertilizers with NPK + S content are best. You can give NP + S. Phosphorus plays an important role in the formation of the root system and plant growth.

Is it possible to sow soybeans on acidic soils?

If the acidity of the soil is less than 5.5, it is not recommended to sow soybeans. However, if there is no other way out, then it is recommended to carry out deoxidation or apply row fertilizers with calcium content. For example, P + Ca. Then, in the zone of the row, the pH changes to a less acidic one, and soybeans feel much better. This measure has a positive effect on the formation and work of nodular bacteria.

Is it necessary to feed soybeans during the growing season?

Yes, this measure is quite effective with the right choice of products.

In the budding phase, it is recommended to give Aminorost™ - 1.0 l/ha + MicroStim™ B - 1.0 l/ha + MicroStim™ PS - 1.5-2.0 l/ha + Sporomax™ B - 1.0 kg/ Ha.

In the flowering phase, it is recommended to give Aminorost™ - 0.5 - 1.0 l/ha + Floriz™ - 0.5 l/ha (if necessary, add a fungicide).

In the bean filling phase, to increase the protein content, it is recommended to give Aminorost™ - 1.0 l/ha + MicroStim™ PS - 1.5-2.0 l/ha + Urea 15 kg/ha.