Soybean pod-setting habit is one of the important factors determining the yield and quality of soybean, and different types of pod-setting habits will have different effects on the growth and development of soybean. The types of soybean pod-setting habits mainly include limited pod-setting habits, infinite podding habits and sub-limited podding habits.
Limited. 
Habit refers to the fact that during the growth of soybeans, as the plant grows, the number of pods gradually decreases, and eventually only a small number of flowers at the top can set pods. This type of soybean generally grows faster in the early stages of growth, but the growth rate gradually slows down in the later stages, resulting in lower yields.
Infinite pod-setting habit refers to the fact that during the growth process of soybeans, new flowers are constantly forming pods, and the number of pods increases with growth. This type of soybean is still able to maintain a fast growth rate in the later stages of growth, so the yield is higher. However, it should be noted that if the growing environment is poor or the nutrients** are insufficient, it will lead to overgrowth of the plant, consuming too much nutrients, which will reduce the yield.
The number of pods in soybean gradually decreases during the growth process, but it is slower than that of finite pod-setting, and the plant growth rate is relatively stable, so the yield is relatively stable. This type of soybean is more common in production because of their adaptability to environmental conditions and nutrients**, making it easy to obtain stable yields.
In conclusion, the different types of soybean pod-setting habits will affect the growth and development of soybean, thereby affecting the yield and quality of soybean. Understanding the characteristics of different types of pod-setting habits can help growers plan according to the local climate, soil and variety characteristics, and improve soybean yield and quality.