Most North Carolina soil can produce soybeans, but the proper pH must be maintained. The least abundant of soybeans are produced in the mountains. Soybeans are mainly grown on the Coast due to larger farms and adaptability. Soybeans like warm weather and lots of sun. Soybeans need lots of sun and moderate amounts of rain.
Soybeans can withstand dry weather better than many crops.
The best temperature for soybeans is 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit. This makes their growing season of summer ideal. Sometimes the weather doesn't cooperate with the growers and they must take precautions against emergency weather conditions. Though these are few, proper irrigation is helpful especially during drought. Soybeans are planted in late spring, early summer around May and June.