April 7, 2025
Out in the soybean fields, farmers and agronomists are debating a crucial question: what is the ideal spacing to maximize yields and optimize plant growth? Between the narrow row option, which boasts improved density, and wide rows which promote better airflow, the debate over row spacing in the soybean field offers plenty of food for thought.
April 2, 2025
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 10, 2025
After several months of rigorous work, and with the precious collaboration of our conventional soybean producers, we are happy to announce that Prograin has successfully completed the FSA third-party verification process according to the FSA (Farm Sustainability Assessment) Implementation Framework, for Eastern Canada. Prograin uses the FSA to engage farmers in assessing their environmental, social […]
July 24, 2024
In soybeans, lodging (plants that fall over) is a problem that can seriously impact yield, resulting in losses that can run as high as 10 %. Often, it’s only small portions of a field that lodge; but in rare cases, whole fields may go down! In this blog post, we present the causes and impacts […]
July 8, 2024
The Asian soybean aphid was first seen in North America in the state of Wisconsin in 2000. In 2001, it made its official appearance in Québec, following some severe infestations reported in Ontario. Considered one of the major pests in soybean culture, it is now found in most of our fields in every season! But […]
July 8, 2024
Field scouting The presence of large numbers of aphids can seriously affect the development of soybean plants. Field scouting is therefore essential and must be carried out more frequently the moment the threshold of 250 aphids per plant is reached. Close tracking of aphid populations as they evolve will help you assess whether their numbers […]
May 29, 2024
Now that producers are almost finished or done seeding their soybeans, it's time to take a look at the emergence success, or the number of plants that emerged in relation to seeds planted. Here are some tips to help you get an optimal yield!
November 1, 2023
After rain comes sun, and after the harvest comes the time to sell your soybeans. As a soybean grower, you probably know everything there is to know about your seeds and which techniques yield the best crops. But do you know how your soybean crop’s cash price is established? Keep reading to learn more about […]
November 1, 2023
Now that we’ve determined how to adequately aerate and dry soybeans, we must proceed to inspect and optimize. Methods and guidelines will vary depending on the season. Here’s a brief overview of the best practices throughout the year. Fall It is very important to level the grain in the silo before starting the ventilation process […]
October 25, 2023
Calculate your Cost of Production (COP) makes it easier to understand and manage your business and can help with decision-making. According to a survey of Canadian producers, only 65 % of farms are likely to analyze their profitability; yet there is a noticeable trend towards indebtedness, higher interest rates, and overspending. The benefits of calculating […]
