Sowing Methods
SOWING METHODS
SOWING METHODS
Manual Sowing
Advantages:
- Cheap equipment
- Less seed needed
- Fits all kinds of landscapes
Disadvantages:
- Slow process
- Sowing depth may be a problem
Sowing in Lines
Advantages:
- Seeds stay in touch with soil
- Enables fertilization
- Less seeds needed
Disadvantages:
- Equipment tuning is difficult
- Needs tractor driver
Broadcasting
Advantages:
- More profitable
- Easier to tune the equipment
- Good seed distribution
Disadvantages:
- More seeds used per area
- Needs compaction
- May drift due to winds
Aerial Sowing
Advantages:
- Quick process
- Good seed distribution
- Suited for large areas
Disadvantages:
- Large amount of seeds needed
- May drift due to winds
