How to prevent soil compaction, combining several treatments into one, machines on the front three-point linkage, subsoiler with a coupler, fertilizer application during cultivation, Strip-Till
How proper agricultural practices can prevent soil compaction
Soil compaction impacts fertility, water filtration capacity, air permeability, and nutrient retention. Additionally, compaction can hinder plants from utilizing soil resources, leading to reduced yields. Appropriate agricultural practices that maintain soil structure are essential. These practices include regular land cultivation, modern machinery use, appropriate fertilizer application, and crop rotation. Agricultural machinery plays a crucial role in effectively implementing these practices. General-purpose machines and specialized equipment are used to prevent soil compaction. Selecting the right tools, such as those offered by Rolmako, facilitates work and maintains healthy soil.
Combining multiple treatments into one One factor influencing soil compaction is the excessive use of tractors and agricultural machinery. Therefore, a good strategy is to reduce the number of tractor passes through the field. Combining several treatments into one is an effective way to save time and optimize the cultivation process. This approach reduces direct soil compaction. Another well-known and effective method is the use of technological paths, which are designated lanes in the field for tasks such as fertilization, care, and plant protection. As a manufacturer of innovative agricultural machinery, Rolmako offers a range of products that facilitate the effective combination of treatments. Time-consuming and potentially harmful soil treatments can be performed in one go, optimizing the cultivation process and mitigating soil compaction.
The most frequently used combinations for simplifying cultivation:
- SpringExpert mulch harrow or ComboTill cultivation combination
- U608 subsoiler with U693 disc harrow
- VibroSTAR pre-sowing unit with Cambridge roller
- U436 cultivator for no-plough cultivation with fertilizer undersowing
- Slurry tanker with U693 disc harrow and slurry applicator
- U652 disc harrow with cover crop seeder
- U693 disc harrow with disc seeder
- U684 cultivation unit with disc seeder
- U624 chisel plough with double spiked roller
Machines for front three-point linkage
When selecting machines for the front linkage, attention should be paid to their durability, efficiency, and overall utility for cultivation. Appropriate equipment selection can significantly enhance soil quality by preventing compaction. Rolmako, a manufacturer offering a variety of front linkage machines, provides important front cultivation rollers that effectively crumble and level soil while protecting it from compaction. Opting for such a machine from Rolmako's lineup not only optimizes field work but also invests in soil health and longevity, leading to future profitability. This makes the optimization of agricultural processes simpler and notably more effective.
An example of a machine that enables cultivation at the front of the tractor, the disc harrow efficiently performs its function while serving as ballast and enhancing the tractor's traction during field maneuvers.
The most frequently used implements for the front linkage from Rolmako:
- Twin Disc solo roller
- Cambridge roller with crossboard drag
- Campbell roller with cultivator attachment
- Disc harrow for the front linkage
- Cultivator for the front linkage
- ProCut knife roller for the front linkage
- TurboCut double knife roller
Subsoiler with coupler
Soil compaction adversely affects crop productivity. A solution is the use of a subsoiler with a coupler. When used correctly, this tool deeply loosens the soil while preserving its structure. Rolmako subsoilers are efficient tools that achieve this quickly and accurately. Their design ensures precise loosening to a specific depth, often in combination with disc harrows, such as the U693 short disc harrow. The open center of the Rolmako U608 and U632 subsoiler frame facilitates the connection of machines driven by a power shaft, such as rotary harrows. Although these sets require high tractor power, combining them in one pass effectively reduces excessive soil compaction. The ease of use, durability, and efficiency of Rolmako subsoilers with a coupler make them a preferred choice for farmers aiming to maintain healthy and productive soil.
Subsoilers with a coupler from Rolmako:
- subsoiler with coupler U608
- subsoiler with Atlas tine and coupler U632
- universal subsoiler U602 equipped with a coupler for an accompanying machine
Fertilizer application during cultivation
The application of fertilizers during cultivation effectively prevents soil compaction. Adhering to recommended fertilizer use assists plants in nutrient absorption, thereby promoting proper growth and enhanced soil structure. Rolmako offers advanced agricultural machinery and tools specifically designed for farmers seeking to optimize their processes. The multifunctional U436 cultivator, equipped with a fertilizer coulter, ensures precise and efficient fertilizer distribution either within the soil or on the field surface, with the capability for mixed sowing at two depths. The cultivation and fertilization combination, comprising the U436 multifunctional cultivator and the APV seeder, facilitates simultaneous deep cultivation and fertilizer sowing to a depth of up to 30 cm. Integrating cultivation and fertilization in a single pass significantly improves protection against soil compaction.
Strip-Till
The Strip-Till method is a contemporary approach to soil cultivation that prevents soil compaction. Strip-till involves processing the soil, precisely applying fertilizers, and sowing the crop in a single pass. It cultivates only narrow strips for sowing, leaving the rest of the field unprocessed. This method maintains soil structure, reduces erosion, and preserves moisture. It improves water infiltration and soil biological activity while reducing water loss and erosion. Common in conservation agriculture, Strip-Till is popular for cultivating corn and soybeans. Its advantages include reducing CO2 emissions, saving fuel, optimizing working time, and improving soil structure.
The importance of appropriate agricultural practices in preventing soil compaction
Utilizing suitable agricultural practices, such as combining treatments, using machines on the front three-point linkage, employing a subsoiler with a coupler, and applying fertilizers during cultivation or Strip-Till cultivation, is essential to prevent soil compaction. Specially designed tools facilitate the modern farmer's work. Rolmako, a recognized brand in high-quality agricultural machinery, offers products that assist farmers in their daily tasks and counteract soil compaction, thereby improving soil quality and enhancing crop potential.













