Soil Preparation
SOIL PREPARATION
Soil Preparation
- Soil analysis is very improtant.
- Liming may be carried out 90 days before sowing.
- During preparation it is important to eliminate competition for resources by removing established plants and/or weeds. Results are best achieved using a prober herbicide.
- Prepare a seedbed that is level, weed-free, firm and fine.
- Initial preparation can be done by means of harrowing or ploughing during late-winter of early-spring.
- Use a dish or harrowing to break up large clots Depending on the results of the soil analysis, apply the necessary soil corrections and fertilizer.
- Soil must rest after preparation to allow for organic matter degradation.
- Soil can be lightly tilled/harrowed just before planting.
- Calibrate your sower/planter according to guidelines obtained from your planter’s Technical Adviser.
SOIL PREPARATION
Soil Preparation
Soil analysis is very important.
- Liming may be carried out 90 days before sowing.
- During preparation it is important to eliminate competition for resources by removing established plants and/or weeds. Results are best achieved using a prober herbicide.
- Prepare a seedbed that is level, weed-free, firm and fine.
- Initial preparation can be done by means of harrowing or ploughing during late-winter of early-spring.
- Use a dish or harrowing to break up large clots Depending on the results of the soil analysis, apply the necessary soil corrections and fertilizer.
- Soil must rest after preparation to allow for organic matter degradation.
- Soil can be lightly tilled/harrowed just before planting.
- Calibrate your sower/planter according to guidelines obtained from your planter’s Technical Adviser.