🚜Subsoiling is a crucial step in reducing soil compaction caused by heavy machinery, such as potato trucks
🌽Bell Farms alternates between planting potatoes and sweet corn to prevent excessive compaction
💧The hard pan layer created by compaction prevents proper water drainage and root growth
🌀Subsoiling breaks up the hard pan layer, allowing water to drain and roots to grow deeper
🌱Bell Farms will be cutting seed on Monday, ensuring it has enough time to dry out before planting
Why is subsoiling important?
—Subsoiling helps break up the hard pan layer in the soil, improving water drainage and promoting deeper root growth.
How often does Bell Farms plant potatoes?
—Bell Farms alternates between planting potatoes and sweet corn each year to minimize soil compaction.
What is the purpose of seed cutting?
—Seed cutting allows potatoes to dry out and develop calluses before planting, reducing the risk of rot and disease.
What are the signs of soil compaction?
—Signs of soil compaction include poor water drainage, limited root growth, and reduced crop yield.
How deep does the sub-tiller go?
—The sub-tiller is adjusted to go deep enough to break up the hard pan layer, typically around 20-24 inches.
00:24Molly and Shane explain the process of subsoiling to reduce soil compaction caused by heavy machinery.
06:11Molly demonstrates how to check the depth of the hard pan layer in the soil.
09:32Shane adjusts the sub-tiller to the appropriate depth for breaking up the hard pan layer.
12:20Molly discusses the upcoming seed cutting plans, ensuring the seed has enough time to dry before planting.
18:02Shane fixes washouts in the field to prevent damage to the equipment.
