April 14, 2021
Planting soybeans ultra-early—from mid-April to the first days of May—carries some risks. However, this practice, which allows growers to extend the planting window to take advantage of good soil and weather conditions during this period can produce more than positive results when accompanied by proper precautions. In this article, our team shares some tips for […]
March 18, 2021
45 years ago, Prograin started out with a goal of giving back to the community. Originating in Saint-Cesaire, Quebec, a small town of less than 6000 people, Prograin knows firsthand how important it is for everyone in a region to support each other. They also understand farmers’ vital role in providing the community with food […]
February 23, 2021
While our Western Canadian growers and ambassadors are preparing for another promising growing season, our Western Canadian Research Coordinator, Britney Gilson, is getting ready for another year of field research. For Gilson, research is an integral part of the agriculture industry.“It means a lot to me,” she says, “having grown up on a farm, I […]
February 23, 2021
With the planting season coming up, we thought it would be a good time to share a simple guide on soybean growth stages! It is sure to come in handy this growing season. Germination begins when a soybean seed absorbs 50% of its weight in water. This is known as imbibition. Next up is the […]
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 […]
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 […]
