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1 1/2 inch
3/4 inch
Gauge wheels can be used to control the
Seeding depths of 1.5 compared to 0.75
seeding depth of both hoe- and disc-type
inch (4 vs 2 cm) often mean the difference
drills.
between a severely winter damaged and
an undamaged wheat crop following high
stress winters.
An air drill is basically a high-clearance
Opener design, operating depth, and
hoe drill with an air system for the
speed of operation influence the amount
delivery of seed and fertilizer.
of soil disturbance and seeding depth.
Opener fins (or wings) and deflector
Proper equipment adjustment and operation
plates often interfere with surface
are two of the most important ingredients
scouring of heavy, wet clay soils and
in successful winter wheat production
provide platforms for the buildup formulas.
of mud.
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