January 22, 2021
This is shaping up to be a profitable year for soybean crops. If you’re looking to expand your soybean crop or add soybeans into your rotation, there are a few preparations you can make to ensure you get the most out of your crop come harvest. Field Prep Each fall when you begin prepping your […]
January 15, 2021
While it has been commonly found in southwestern Ontario since 1988, the soybean cyst nematode (SCN) first appeared in Québec in 2013. SCN is one of the parasites causing the most damage to soybean crops in the world and can lead to a yield loss of up to 30% without visible symptoms being exhibited. While […]
January 5, 2021
When getting ready for the upcoming seeding season, growers often ask our representatives what their seeding rate for the soybeans should be. Many factors influence the seeding rate, chiefly the soybean variety, expected yield, soil type, equipment used and history of disease. Here’s a guide that will shed some light on those elements. Based on […]
December 8, 2020
Now that we’ve determined how to adequately aerate and dry soybeans, we must proceed to inspect and optimize silos as the storage begins. Methods and guidelines will vary depending on the season. Here’s a brief overview of the best practices throughout the year. Fall To prepare the soybeans for winter, aerate continuously (regardless of the […]
December 1, 2020
Soybean quality is highly dependent on how well they were aerated and dried. These factors are critical to safeguarding the processing and germination potential of domestically grown soybeans. Soybeans can be dried either at a low temperature or with ambient air. Let's take a look at both options! Low-temperature drying When soybeans are damp (> […]
December 1, 2020
We want to make a difference in the lives of family farmers across Canada. Here at Prograin, our goal is to provide the best possible soybean genes, carefully researched to be ideal for your specific region and climate. We’ve done extensive research on growing climates in Eastern Canada and have extended our research into the […]
November 6, 2020
As you know, soybeans are held to high standards to access certain niche markets. As soybeans are particularly fragile, there are certain basic ways of handling them to ensure they maintain their full potential, regardless of their final destination. Here are our 8 rules to follow: If available, use a conveyor belt to move the […]
September 24, 2020
The fields are quickly turning yellow, meaning soybean harvest and grading time has arrived. The following summary will help you better understand the soybean grading process. Step 1 – Sampling and separation Once the harvested soybeans are loaded for transport, the carrier must first stop in the receiving area at Prograin’s storage facility (or any other […]
August 27, 2020
The soybean harvest is only a few weeks away! Depending on the oncoming temperature, soybeans plants will lose their greenish tinge and turn yellow, meaning that they are mature. Let’s hope for more warm weather! Until then, it is time to inspect and prepare the silos for storage. We are sharing with you how to […]
July 22, 2020
It’s mid-season and maybe you’ve noticed some yellowing leaves in your soybean fields. Do you know what’s going on? It could be happening for a number of reasons, like a soybean cyst nematode infestation, but it’s usually caused by different nutrient deficiencies. First, remember that when soybean plants reach the beginning seed formation stage, they […]
