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Soybean Planting Guide

Comprehensive guide to growing high-protein soybeans with excellent disease resistance

Planting: Nov-Dec
Harvest: Mar-May
Yield: 3-4t/ha

ARDA Soybean Varieties

High-protein soybean varieties with excellent disease resistance and adaptability

BIMHA
110-120 days 3-4 t/ha

Key Features:

Determinate broad-leafedLarge yellow seedsDisease resistantHigh yields & gradesYellow hilum
MHOFU
126 days 3-4 t/ha

Key Features:

Grain production specialistGood pod clearanceDisease tolerantAll veld areasConsistent yields

Step-by-Step Planting Guide

Follow these essential steps for successful soybean cultivation

Step 1
Land Preparation
Set up fields for optimal soybean establishment
Step 2
Planting Time
Optimal timing for summer soybean production
Step 3
Seed Rate & Spacing
Achieve optimal plant population
Step 4
Inoculation & Fertilization
Essential nutrition for maximum yields
Step 5
Irrigation & Moisture
Water management for consistent growth
Step 6
Weed Control
Keep fields clean for better yields

Common Soybean Diseases

Recognize and manage these diseases to protect your crop and maximize yields

Red Leaf Blotch
High Risk

Symptoms:

Reddish-brown angular lesions on leaves

Control Measures:

Use resistant varieties (BIMHA, MHOFU), crop rotation, fungicides

Frog-Eye Leaf Spot
Medium Risk

Symptoms:

Circular spots with grey centers and dark borders

Control Measures:

Resistant varieties, crop rotation, fungicide application during flowering

Downy Mildew
Medium Risk

Symptoms:

Yellow spots on upper leaf surface, grey growth underneath

Control Measures:

Use resistant varieties, ensure good air circulation, apply fungicides

Bacterial Blight
Medium Risk

Symptoms:

Water-soaked lesions on leaves that turn brown

Control Measures:

Use certified disease-free seeds, crop rotation, copper-based sprays

Our varieties have excellent disease resistance!

BIMHA and MHOFU are bred with resistance to red leaf blotch, downy mildew, and bacterial blight

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting Guidelines
  • Harvest when 95% of pods have turned brown
  • Moisture content should be 15-18% at harvest
  • Leaves should be fully shed from plants
  • Minimize shattering losses by harvesting promptly
Storage Best Practices
  • Dry immediately to 12% moisture for storage
  • Store in clean, dry, well-ventilated conditions
  • Maintain quality to preserve high protein content
  • Regular monitoring for pests and moisture levels

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