Is it okay to sow winter wheat before and after beginning of winter?

Winter wheat is a cold-season crop, which can grow in a low temperature environment and mature when spring comes. Therefore, the sowing time of winter wheat is usually in autumn, especially around the beginning of winter of the lunar calendar.

Beginning of winter is one of the 24 solar terms in China, marking the beginning of winter. Before and after beginning of winter, the temperature gradually decreased and the soil moisture was moderate, which was beneficial to the germination and growth of winter wheat.

Although winter wheat can be sown around beginning of winter, the specific sowing time should depend on the local climate and soil environment. For example, if the temperature around beginning of winter is too low, it may affect the germination of seeds and the growth of seedlings. At this time, the sowing time can be postponed appropriately. In addition, seeds should be carefully selected before sowing to ensure the quality and germination rate of seeds.

In northern China, farmers usually sow winter wheat in the week around beginning of winter. Before sowing, they will choose fertile land and plough deeply to ensure that the soil is loose and breathable. Then, they will choose full seeds free from pests and diseases and sow them according to certain row spacing and plant spacing. After sowing, farmers will water and fertilize in time to ensure the smooth growth of winter wheat.

In a word, winter wheat can be sown around beginning of winter, but the specific sowing time depends on the local climate and soil environment. Soil preparation and seed selection should be done well before sowing to ensure the smooth growth and high yield of winter wheat.