Cotrijal Field Day 2026 highlights soybean management.

The Cotrijal 2026 Field Day brought together producers in Não-Me-Toque to discuss productive efficiency and profitability in soybean cultivation. The program took place at the cooperative's Research and Validation Area and featured eight thematic stations, showcasing innovations, recommendations, and technical demonstrations.

The initiative prioritized the transfer of knowledge generated by the cooperative to its members. According to the Seed Production Manager, Marcela Schiochet, the meeting presented technical perspectives and information capable of increasing the producer's income. The Plant Production Manager, Alexandre Doneda, reinforced that the ultimate goal of the work involves increased profitability.

The first station presented soybean cultivars from the portfolio, highlighting characteristics, adaptability, new genetics, and biotechnologies. The second addressed the impact of seed quality on crop establishment. The third provided guidance on seeder adjustment, planting depth, and speed.

The initial management of soybeans was the focus of the fourth station, with an emphasis on weed and pest control. Disease management followed, with recommendations for different stages of the crop. Application technology was the subject of the seventh station, with guidance on optimizing processes. The final stop addressed the proper disposal of pesticide packaging, with an emphasis on preventing environmental damage.

The discussions also included climate challenges and technical and economic management. Cooperative member Carlos Alberto Drum highlighted the search for new materials and inputs to increase production, especially in the face of limitations imposed by the climate. Doneda stated that the scenario demands adaptation and a focus on profitability, rather than just high production ceilings.