How to identify soybean vegetative growth stages?
Identifying the vegetative growth stages of soybean is crucial for effective crop management. These stages are marked by the development of trifoliolate leaves, which are a key indicator starting from the V1 stage. Here’s a brief guide on how to recognize these stages: ■ Emergence (VE) The first stage is emergence (VE), where the soybean seedling breaks through the soil surface. At this stage, the cotyledons, or seed leaves, are visible. They supply nutrients to the young plant before the…