Origin
Where do soybeans originate from?
Soybean domestication has been traced back to China in the 11th Century B.C.
What country produce the most soybeans?
Brazil
How long does it take for a soybean to grow?
100-130 days
What state produces the most soybeans?
Illinois
What family are soybean seeds in?
legumes
What do soybeans take from the soil during growth?
Nitrogen, phosphorus, Pottasium, sulfur
What century did soybeans originate in?
11th Century BC
How many bushels of soybean crops are destroyed by pests each year?
4.2 million
True or false: Soybeans are legumes.
True
What continent did soybeans come from?
Asia
What percentage of yearly harvest in the US does soybeans make up?
90%
When is the best harvest time for soybeans?
Late september
How many years did it take for the soybean to reach its full growth potential?
1,000 years
Name 3 food products soybeans are used in
Tofu, Edamame, Miso
What is the ideal conditions to grow soybeans in?
The best soybean yields occur on well-drained, but not sandy, soils having a pH of 6.5 or above. The critical stage for soybean yield is in August and droughty soils that typically dry out in August will have disappointing yields