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Varieties and Genetics
Varieties and genetics suited to your soils and enviornment are the most important components that will lay the groundwork for a profitable soybean crop. There is a NorthStar Genetics Manitoba dealer near you that can help you make the best decisions in fufilling your seed requirements.
Maturity
Maturity is very important. Plant varieties that are suitable for your enviornment. Some of the commonly grown alternative varieties are risky with too long of a growing season required.
Soil Temperature
Soil temperature at seeding is important. Try not to seed soybeans when the soil temperatures are below 10°C. Loss of seedling vigor can result when placing soybean seeds into cold soil.
Inoculants and Seed Treatments
Inoculants and seed treatments are worth it. The use of these materials should be a standard practice that will enable the seeds and plants to face the enviornment and stress of Western Canada.
Fan Speed
Fan speed adjustments on your air seeders need to be monitored. Proper fan speed adjustment will reduce seed injury and improve the emergence and stand of your soybean crop.
Units or Pounds
The definition of a unit of soybeans could have two meanings: a unit could be 140,000 seeds or a unit could be 50 lbs. All of the NorthStar Genetics varieties are sold in a 50 lb. unit. Be sure you know what you are paying for.