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Ground opener systems

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The key equipment issue in direct seeding is ground opener selection. The ground opener is the part of a planter that penetrates the soil to place seed and fertilizer. It has a soil-breaking wear... More ≫

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The key equipment issue in direct seeding is ground opener selection. The ground opener is the part of a planter that penetrates the soil to place seed and fertilizer. It has a soil-breaking wear point, a soil dividing body and delivery tubes to place seed and fertilizer. It often also has deflecting surfaces to guide the soil back over the fertilizer and seed furrows.

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Anhydrous ammonia use at seeding

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Many farmers are interested in adding an anhydrous ammonia application system to their one-pass direct seeding planter systems. This is a practical option if a suitable ground opener can be found... More ≫

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Many farmers are interested in adding an anhydrous ammonia application system to their one-pass direct seeding planter systems. This is a practical option if a suitable ground opener can be found that ensures separation of the anhydrous ammonia (NH3) from the seed row and also seals the soil surface to prevent escape of NH3. However, NH3 requires careful handling to ensure personal safety

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