Farmers Boost Wheat Yields and Quality by Adjusting Sowing Dates and Planting Densities
The study looked at how the timing of planting and the density of seeds planted affected the quantity and quality of winter wheat grown in dry areas. Planting wheat later led to lower yields, but having more seeds in the ground helped produce more spikes of wheat per area. The best time to plant was from late September to early October, with a higher seed density the later you plant. Protein and gluten in the wheat decreased as planting dates were delayed, but dough quality improved. When 390,000 seeds were planted per square meter, the wheat had the highest protein and gluten levels. Choosing the right planting time and seed density can help balance the quantity and quality of the wheat harvest.