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Narrow Rowed Soybeans

Advantages - Disadvantages

Advantages Disadvantages
Higher yields No row cultivation for weeds
Increased light interception May increase herbicide costs
Earlier canopy closure Increases potential for white mold disease
Reduced in-row competition Extra seed and inoculum
Reduced soil erosion Slightly more P2O5 fertilizer
Higher podding on plants Potential for soil crusting problems is greater
Less harvesting losses  

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