Soyabean Seeds

The manufacturing of soybean seeds focuses on producing high-quality seeds with excellent germination rates, purity, and resistance to diseases. Soybean seeds are critical for food, feed, and industrial applications, making their production a valuable business opportunity.

Steps in Soybean Seed Manufacturing

1. Selection and Breeding
  • Variety Selection:
    • Choose high-yielding, drought-tolerant, and disease-resistant varieties like JS 95-60, JS 93-05, or NRC 37.
  • Breeding Programs:
    • Conduct crossbreeding or genetic improvement for desirable traits, including early maturity, high oil content, and pest resistance.
  • Field Trials:
    • Test new varieties for adaptability to target climatic and soil conditions.
2. Breeder Seed Production
  • Source of Breeder Seeds:
    • Obtain breeder seeds from authorized institutions like ICAR or agricultural universities.
  • Cultivation:
    • Grow breeder seeds in isolated and controlled environments to ensure purity.
  • Monitoring and Certification:
    • Perform inspections and maintain records for certification purposes.
3. Foundation Seed Production
  • Multiplication of Breeder Seeds:
    • Use breeder seeds to produce foundation seeds under strict conditions.
  • Field Management:
    • Maintain field isolation to avoid genetic contamination.
    • Implement good agronomic practices like appropriate fertilization and pest control.
  • Certification:
    • Obtain certification for foundation seeds from designated agencies.
4. Certified Seed Production
  • Field Cultivation:
    • Use foundation seeds to produce certified seeds on a large scale.
  • Crop Management:
    • Follow best practices for sowing, irrigation, and pest management.
    • Monitor closely for diseases like soybean rust and pests like stem borers.
5. Harvesting and Processing
  • Harvesting:
    • Harvest when pods turn yellow, and seeds are firm.
    • Avoid harvesting during high moisture conditions to prevent fungal contamination.
  • Cleaning and Grading:
    • Remove impurities, broken seeds, and foreign material using cleaning equipment.
  • Drying:
    • Dry seeds to reduce moisture content to 10-12% for storage stability.
  • Treatment:
    • Treat seeds with fungicides or bio-pesticides to protect against pests and enhance shelf life.
6. Packaging and Storage
  • Packaging:
    • Use moisture-proof and durable bags.
    • Label packages with variety name, germination rate, batch number, and certification details.
  • Storage:
    • Store seeds in well-ventilated, temperature-controlled warehouses to maintain viability.
    • Inspect regularly to prevent damage from pests and moisture.
7. Quality Testing and Certification
  • Germination Tests:
    • Ensure a minimum germination rate of 80-85% for certified seeds.
  • Purity Tests:
    • Verify genetic and physical purity of seeds.
  • Certification:
    • Obtain certification from seed certification boards to market seeds legally.