Bean sowing is complete in most of Rio Grande do Sul

The sowing of the first bean crop has been completed in most regions of Rio Grande do Sul. However, there are still areas to be planted in the South and Northeast, especially in Campos de Cima da Serra, where a single crop with late planting is adopted, concentrated in the month of December. The information is from Emater/RS.

For the 2024/25 harvest in the state, the entity projects the cultivation of 28.896 hectares and the estimated average productivity is 1.864 kg/ha.

The dry weather, with high temperatures, low relative humidity and occasional winds over the last week, has been an unfavorable climatic factor for the crop, which is already showing signs of water stress.

Most crops are in the reproductive phase and water restrictions at this stage can affect productivity. However, so far, the situation is not considered critical.

Soybean situation

Soybean cultivation, one of the most important crops in the state, has faced difficulties due to the uneven distribution of rainfall. In regions where soil moisture was insufficient, sowing was suspended, while in areas that received light rainfall, work continued without major interruptions.

Crops planted up to mid-November show uniform germination, but areas sown recently suffer from irregular emergence. The growth rate and the need for additional moisture are decisive for the initial success of the plants, and in some regions, the seeds still depend on adequate water replenishment to complete the germination process.

Corn situation

Regarding corn, sowing has already reached 84% of the area planned for the current harvest. The crop is predominantly in vegetative development, while around 26% of the areas are in the flowering phase.

Irregular rainfall has been a cause for concern, especially in dryland crops, which are more vulnerable to water shortages. In regions that experienced rainfall in early November, the impacts were mitigated, ensuring better conditions for the plants. However, in areas where rainfall was scarce, the loss of productivity is already consolidating.