Weather favors first-crop bean harvests

The sowing of the first crop beans advances in Rio Grande do Sul, following the variations in climate and soil in the producing regions. According to the Conjunctural Report released this Thursday (23) by Emater/RS-Ascar, planting in the areas of second cultivation is nearing completion, while in the South of the State the process is occurring in a staggered manner. In the Campos de Cima da Serra, sowing is traditionally late and should begin in December, after the harvest of the earlier crops. According to the report, "most of the crops are in the vegetative development phase, and in the more advanced crops, the beginning of flowering is already observed." Recent climatic conditions, with rising temperatures and regular rainfall, have favored plant growth. The document also highlights that residual cold and frosts have caused slight leaf curling in some areas, "without relevant impact on the productive potential." Phytosanitary management continues in a preventive manner, with ...