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Harvest

Harvest soybeans when moisture is between 13 to 15% for maximum weight and to minimize field losses like shatter or lodging. Soybeans drier than 10% are brittle and more likely to split during handling and harvest, plus germinations are likely to be lower. Soybeans can be winter stored at 13%, stored for 1 year at 12%, and at 11% or less for more than 1 year.

In summary, to maximize soybean production,

• Plant adapted varieties at proper seeding rates and at optimum dates.
• Fertilize and inoculate based on sound soil tests and cultural practices.
• Scout, monitor, and control pest (weed, insect, and disease) populations as needed.
• Finally, keep harvest and storage losses to a minimum.