Bioenergetic Efficiency and Planting Timings in Soy Cultivation (Glycine max L.)

This study investigates the bioenergetic efficiency of soy cultivation (Glycine max L.) under varying planting timings and the application of bacterial fertilizer, Nitragin, in the Fergana region of Uzbekistan. Despite extensive research on soy cultivation, there is a knowledge gap in optimizing planting periods and bioenergetic outcomes under specific soil conditions. The study employed field experiments conducted between 2018-2020, analyzing four different planting periods and two soy varieties treated with Nitragin. Findings revealed that planting in mid-June resulted in the highest bioenergetic efficiency, with significant increases in both photosynthetic activity and crop yield. The results suggest that adjusting planting schedules and utilizing bacterial fertilizers can substantially enhance the bioenergetic productivity of soy, contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices in similar agro-ecological zones.