planting system

[/ˈplæntɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: planting systems
sistema de plantio
1. A method or technique used for sowing seeds or transplanting crops in agricultural practice
The farmer adopted a new planting system to increase crop yield.
O agricultor adotou um novo sistema de plantio para aumentar a produção de culturas.
2. The arrangement, spacing, and timing of plant placement in soil for cultivation
Different crops require different planting systems based on soil conditions.
Diferentes culturas exigem diferentes sistemas de plantio dependendo das condições do solo.
3. An organized approach to organizing agricultural production, including machinery and practices
Precision agriculture uses advanced planting systems with GPS technology.
A agricultura de precisão utiliza sistemas de plantio avançados com tecnologia GPS.
In Brazil, planting systems are crucial to agricultural success given the diverse climate zones. Modern Brazilian agriculture heavily invests in advanced planting systems, especially in regions like Mato Grosso and São Paulo, where large-scale commodity production (soy, corn, sugarcane) relies on mechanized and precision-based planting systems. The term is commonly used in agricultural education and policy discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
planting methodsowing systemcultivation systemplanting technique
Antonyms / Antônimos
harvesting systemremoval system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema de plantio
Standard term used in agronomy and agricultural contexts
São Paulo
sistema de plantio / método de semeadura
Commonly used in agricultural states with large-scale farming
Minas Gerais
sistema de plantio / forma de plantação
Used in traditional and modern agricultural practices
Portugal
sistema de plantação / método de semeadura
Similar usage but may include more traditional farming terminology

Related Words

crop rotationsoil preparationseed spacingirrigation systemmonocultureintercroppingno-till farming

Related Idioms & Phrases

plant by the book - follow standard planting systems
right time, right place - proper planting system execution
prepare the ground - establish a good planting system
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