Influence of planting speed on emergency uniformity and distribution of soybean plants

Abstract

Soybean is a crop of great economic importance, and the efficiency of its production depends on various agronomic factors, among which planting speed stands out due to its direct impact on seedling emergence and plant arrangement in the field. The main objective of this research is to analyze how different planting speeds affect the uniformity of plant emergence and the regularity of plant distribution. To achieve this objective, a comprehensive literature review was conducted, including previous studies that investigated the relationship between planting practices and soybean crop performance. The review results indicated that higher planting speeds tend to impair emergence uniformity due to seed damage and reduced deposition accuracy. This results in uneven emergence and irregular plant distribution, which can compromise homogeneous plant development and reduce yield. On the other hand, lower speeds provide more uniform emergence and more regular distribution, optimizing the use of resources such as light, water, and nutrients. It is concluded that reducing planting speed can significantly improve the uniformity of emergence and distribution of soybean plants, contributing to more efficient and higher-yielding production. It is recommended that producers adjust planting speed according to the specific conditions of their fields to maximize productive potential.