Tianxia Guo

1 Hangzhou Shuiliang Vegetable Professional Cooperative, Xiaoshan, 311202, Zhejiang, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou, 311202, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Bioscience Methods, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 6   
Received: 03 Oct., 2024    Accepted: 14 Nov., 2024    Published: 02 Dec., 2024

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Soybeans are a critical crop for global food security and agricultural economies, making it essential to identify and optimize agronomic practices that enhance yield and sustainability. This review explores various strategies for improving soybean cultivation through advanced agronomic practices. We examine soil health management, including organic and inorganic fertilization, crop rotation, and sustainable practices from global case studies. Water management, including irrigation techniques and drought resistance, is discussed in the context of optimizing yield potential. The role of advanced crop management, such as planting optimization, weed control, and tillage practices, is evaluated for improving soybean productivity. Genetic improvement through breeding technologies, including marker-assisted selection and CRISPR, is explored to boost yield and disease resistance. Additionally, we assess the importance of sustainable agricultural practices like integrated pest management and precision agriculture in reducing environmental impact. The review concludes with a case study comparing agronomic practices in the United States and Argentina, illustrating the effectiveness of these strategies in boosting soybean yields. This study aims to provide a comprehensive review of current best practices and future directions for soybean cultivation, offering insights for enhancing productivity and sustainability in global agriculture.

Soybean cultivation; Agronomic practices; Soil fertility; Water management; Genetic improvement