Friday on the Farm

 

The double cropped soybeans are emerging. These soybeans were planted on June 1. Rye was chopped and bagged as feed for cows to then plant soybeans. The planting conditions were excellent. The soil moisture was perfect for planting, and we have had plenty of sunshine.   

Friday morning, it rained. It was great timing for the crops. We finished rolling up our first crop hay yesterday, so it was perfect. This rain will be incredibly beneficial for the young field of soybeans.

 

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Friday on the Farm

Last Thursday, we chopped and bagged a field of rye to use as feed for our cows. This afternoon, we no-till planted soybeans into that field. Residue from the harvested rye and corn from the previous crop year remain protecting the soil. We planted into nice soil conditions with having rain on Thursday and Tuesday. With the soil moisture and warm temperatures, the soybeans should germinate quickly.  

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soybean swelling

Dad planted a field of soybeans on Sunday. The soybeans were swollen we checked the field on Tuesday morning. Soon they will be pushing through the soil!

 

 

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the sun sets on soybeans to be harvested

 

The warm fall sun sets on a field of soybeans. The sun relfected against the Gleaner as it was rolling through the field. It was a beautiful October day to finish harvesting soybeans.

 

 

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soybean residue

 

 

Soybeans have been harvested. Residue rests in the soybean fields after harvest. No-till farming has been utilized on our farm for over 30 years. My dad has carried on the tradition of being a conservationist and steward of the land. He is a caretaker of our farm.

Crop residue serves many purposes. Residue covers bare soil and helps protect the soil from erosion by wind and rain. And, residue enriches soil. As crop residue decomposes, it is added to the soil as fertilizer.  

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 fall sunset on soybeans



 

The sun sets on a field of soybeans. Such a beautiful sight. The field cools as the warm, autumn sun slowly falls.
 

 

Harvest has begun! Dad started cutting soybeans on Monday afternoon. I love seeing the Gleaner roll through the field during harvest.

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soybeans are turning

Soybeans are maturing. The leaves of the soybean plants are yellowing. Fall is nearing! We hope for good yields this harvest.

 

 

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foggy morning over soybeans

 

As the sun rose, a dense fog hovered over the fields. It was a beautiful way to start the day!

Friday on the Farm

 


soybean pods



 

Soybean plants are in the R5 reproductive stage. The plants have set pods and soybeans are filling within the pods.

The fields of soybeans look great, but they are in much need of rain. Rainfall in August will ensure a good soybean yield.

Friday on the Farm

soybean bloom

Soybeans are blooming in the fields. Fields are in the R3 stage. The soybean plants are blooming and starting to form pods.

Friday on the Farm

emerged soybean plant at ve (emergence) stage

Rain showers have fallen down on the fields. We are thankful for the rain! Soybeans are growing very well, and we are pleased. After walking through the fields late yesterday afternoon, soybeans are at the V2 stage. The soybeans have their second trifoliate.

 

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germinating soybean

it is amazing how something so small can be full of hope

A row of soybeans was uncovered in a field to check germination. The soybeans were germinating and close to emerging through the soil. After planting, each soybean field is observed for germination.

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a soybean sits in a furrow

 

So much hope in a small soybean. Each year at planting season, I am filled with hope.