Jianhua Wang , Xin Lin , Xiaoying Li

1 Niujinsuiyue Agricultural Development (Songyang County) Co., Ltd, Songyang, 323406, Zhejiang, China 2 Songyang County Shuimoshicang Agricultural Products Co., Ltd, Songyang 323499, Zhejiang, China
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Legume Genomics and Genetics, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 6   doi: 10.5376/lgg.2024.15.0027
Received: 05 Nov., 2024    Accepted: 06 Dec., 2024    Published: 17 Dec., 2024

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Wang J.H., Lin X., and Li X.Y., 2024, The role of plant density and nutrient management in soybean yield optimization, Legume Genomics and Genetics, 15(6): 280-290 (doi: 10.5376/lgg.2024.15.0027)

This study explores the role of plant density and nutrient management in optimizing soybean yield. High plant density significantly increases soybean productivity by enhancing canopy light interception and dry matter accumulation but may also lead to increased competition for resources. Low plant density helps improve individual plant growth and nutrient use efficiency, although the overall yield may slightly decrease. Nutrient management is crucial for soybean growth, with different growth stages requiring different nutrient needs. Proper nutrient supply and management strategies can enhance soybean's adaptability to environmental stresses, increase yield, and reduce input costs. This review proposes optimized strategies for the synergy between plant density and nutrient management to improve soybean productivity and sustainability.

Plant density; Nutrient management; Soybean yield; Canopy light interception; Resource use efficiency