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Soybeans pack plenty of yield punch. Georgia grower Alex Harrell offered proof of that again in 2024 when he smashed his previous yield record with a new harvest benchmark a whopping 218 bushels per acre. Yield contests show the genetic potential of soybeans, but whats a realistic goal for growers as they continue to Read More Soybeans pack plenty of yield punch.
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This article focuses on the historical development of crop production, tracing its evolution from the early stages to modern-day practices. It also explores the origin and distribution of indigenous and exotic field crops and their classifications.
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