SOYBEAN - APPLICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY

A seeder should place seed in an environment for reliable germination. The main objective
of sowing is to put seeds at a desired depth and spacing within the row. Uniform seed
distribution within the soil result in better germination and emergence and increase yield by
minimizing competition between plants for available light, water, and nutrients. A number
of factors affect seed distribution in soil. Seed metering system, seed delivery tube, furrow
opener design, physical attributes of seed and soil conditions all play a part in determining
seed distribution.