This book describes the knowledge of the physical and biological processes that relate to soybean production. It will be a reference for understanding major aspects of soybean production.
This book compiles information relevant to understanding soybean production processes and condenses it into a single volume. The authors identify production practices and bring together diverse information that suggests ways for producers to better utilize the soil and climatic resources of the midsouthern U.S. to enhance production of this valuable and versatile crop. This publication makes a special effort to focus on information that will enhance soybean production in the midsouth, where yields have been lower than those in the upper midwestern portion of the U.S., however, much of the information, such as statistics and crop models, will be applicable to other regions. TOC:Economics of Soybean Production in Mississippi.- Soil Erosion and Soybean Production.- Variety Selection, Planting Date, Row Spacing, and Seeding Rate.- Nutrition and Fertility Requirements.- Root Zone Associations and Their Influence on Soybean Production.- Tillage Systems for Soybean Production.- The Stale Seedbed Planting System.- Early Soybean Production System.- Soybean Irrigation.- Doublecropping Wheat and Soybeans.- Crop Rotation Systems for Soybeans.- Weed Management.- Seed Quality, Production, and Treatment.- Soybean Disease Management.- Soybean Insect Management.- Plant-Parasitic Nematode Pests of Soybean.- Sampling Tips and Analytical Techniques for Soybean Production.- Dandy Plumbing Designs. Use of Crop Simulation Models and Decision Support Systems in Soybean Production.
