Direct drills deliver sustainable farming

The Vredo Agri Air and Agri Twin direct drills, available from 3–5.8m, are world-renowned for quality, performance and innovation in the global agricultural sector, Campey Agriculture says.

“These machines are a must for anyone looking for a professional approach to direct drilling in arable stubbles, such as wheat, barley and grain.” They are also known as overseeders to rejuvenate pastures.

Seeding is only successful if the seed is directly sown into the soil. The drills are equipped with the proven Vredo double-disc system. The pairs of independently sprung discs set 7.5cm apart deposit the seed up to 35mm deep into the soil.

The seed is guided into a V-shaped slit in the sward. Whatever the soil conditions – clay, peat, loam or sand – wet or dry. The roller then closes the slit and ensures good contact between seed and soil. Water and nutrients have thereby easy access to the seed, and this encourages strong root formation and fast germination.

After the clean harvesting of straw, there is no need for prior seedbed cultivation or preparation beforehand, the company explains, as Vredo seeders can sow a large variety of seeds, including arable and cover crops, directly through cover crops up to 15cm in height.

Direct drilling doesn’t disturb the surface and is, therefore, the most environmentally responsible way to drill, Campey says. In addition, the organic layer stays in the top part of the soil, which guarantees healthy crops.

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