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Planter Prep: Key Parts for a Smooth Season
Spring is here and you know what that means – it’s planting season!
Don’t let unreliable tools hold you back. Invest in equipment that gets you to your goal faster.
In this blog, we’re going to talk about five key planter parts that can make or break your season. READ MORE!
Planter Prep: 5 Vital Parts
1. Parallel Linkage: Keep Your Seeds at the Right Depth
The parallel linkage keeps your planter rows at the same depth. Parallel arm linkage makes sure that your row-unit is riding smoothly through the field. Worn-out linkages could make seeds inconsistently place seeds at different levels. Uneven depths means uneven sprouting, which means lower yields down the line.
The Exact Align Pro Parallel Linkage Arm is also built to last! Its design lets you easily replace parts like bearings and bolts, so you only fix what’s broken. This saves you time and money while keeping your tool working like new for years to come.
2. Yetter Closing Wheels: Seal the Deal
Closing wheels press the soil firm around the seeds after planting. This tight fit keeps moisture and other soil nutrients intact. Old closing wheels may leave air pockets which can alter, if not stop, your seed’s growth.Click here to see the Yetter Closing wheels in action.
3. Otico Gauge Wheels: Perfectly Closed Seed Trench
Closing wheels press the soil firm around the seeds after planting. This tight fit keeps moisture and other soil nutrients intact. Old closing wheels may leave air pockets which can alter, if not stop, your seed’s growth. Their semi-hollow design makes them puncture-proof as well!
4. Set-N-Seed: Simple, Easy, & Effective
When seeds are planted too shallow, they may not have enough access to moisture and nutrients, resulting in weak and stunted plants. On the other hand, planting seeds too deep can lead to delayed emergence and poor germination rates.
The Set-N-Seed consists of a depth adjustment mechanism that can be easily attached to your existing planter. The device is compatible with a wide range of planters, making it a versatile solution for farmers. Click here to learn how to use the Set-N-Seed.
5. Seed Opener: Cuts Through Tough Soil
Think of tough soil like a brick wall for your seeds. A heavy-duty seed opener breaks through that wall.
It makes the perfect furrow for your seeds to nestle into. Other disc openers leave seeds just on top of the soil, where they can easily dry out or get eaten by birds.
Seed Lubricants: Prevent Seed Clumping
Seed lubricants like talc and graphite keep seeds moving through the machine easily.
Graphite is essential for planting any time of the day. But talc may not be necessary unless you’re in a high-moisture environment. Click here for more details about talc and graphite.
On the other hand, if you want a safer substitute for talc and graphite, try DUST! Supported by Kansas State University research, DUST combats static and has been proven to be up to 20 times gentler on seeds, reducing equipment wear and tear during planting.
There are many hazards farmers face daily, especially when they’re exposed out in the field. If a product like DUST can remove at least some of the health and safety risks, it’s worth considering. Watch this video to learn more about DUST.
Where to Buy?
Plan ahead and ensure you have the parts you need. Secure your season’s success as early as today.
RangeLine has the parts and expertise to get you back up and running fast.
Ready to get your planter prepped? Go to this link for our full list of quality planter parts.
