Compaction can drastically affect your soil’s ability to absorb water and nutrients. If you’re looking to increase yield, start by improving your water infiltration.
Each field, and the soil beneath the surface, is unique. One commonality all fields share is the issue of compaction. No matter how much care or thought you put into your crops, failing to address compaction can seriously impact crop consistency on your farm. With too much compaction, your soil will be unable to absorb water properly and without water, yield can be seriously affected for multiple harvest seasons.
When you consider what normal, healthy soil looks like, try to think of a sponge. Non-compacted soil is porous, allowing water and vital nutrients to evenly absorb and feed your crops. When pressure is applied to normal soil the resulting compaction changes the structure, making it more brick-like. Instead of absorbing into the soil, the water will simply run off the compacted layer. Without proper water infiltration, everything from moisture to nutrients and oxygen will be restricted. This, in turn, affects seed germination. Seedlings will have to exert more energy just to get through the soil surface, causing uneven emergence and, eventually, a negative effect on your yield.
Proper tillage is a key component of stopping compaction and increasing water infiltration. Thanks to Case IH Agronomic Design™, our diverse lineup of tillage will meet your specific needs.
The most aggressive disk ripper on the market with heavy-duty disk-cutting power, high underframe clearance, and minimum 36-inch spacing between points.
True-Tandem™ 335VT and Barracuda
The True-Tandem™ 335VT and Barracuda set a new standard for aggressive crop residue and soil management. These vertical tillage tools effectively break up surface compaction and evenly incorporates even the most stubborn crop residue to leave behind a blacker surface finish.
The Nutri-Tiller strip-till applicator is a one-pass seedbed tool that manages crop residue, enhances soil tilth and improves fertilizer placement for maximum nutrient efficiency and greater return on investment.
If you’re interested in learning more about water infiltration, increasing yield, and reducing compaction, talk with your Case IH dealer about the best tillage options for your varying soil types and field conditions.
