Compaction ManagementThere have been numerous studies on the affect compacted soil can have on yield potential, sometimes reducing yield up to 10-15%. See a few here. We have also seen the affects ourselves. That is why we have made it a priority to reduce/prevent compaction.
There are several ways to reduce compaction. One way is to reduce the pressure we are putting on the ground with each pass. That is why we fit our equipment with tracks whenever possible. This spreads the vehicle weight over more area, thereby reducing the affects of compaction. We currently use tracks on our tractors, combines, grain cart, and sprayer, and we will continue to use tracks on other equipment as it becomes available. We also use a variety of cover crops to reduce compaction. Certain cover crops send roots deep into the soil, thereby breaking up the soil and reducing compaction. These cover crops also promote overall soil health and can sometimes be grazed by cattle. |
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TechnologyTriAg has long used various forms of technology to manage inputs, increase equipment productivity, and improve returns, while promoting soil and environment health.
All of TriAg's equipment is equipped with RTK guidance systems that offer automated steering with +/- 1 inch accuracy. This improves equipment efficiency by reducing overlap. It also reduces operator fatigue and frees the operator up to monitor other machine functions. TriAg also employs variable rate application (VRA) technology on its seeding, fertilizing, and chemical application equipment. This helps maximize yield potential in productive soil while reducing input cost in poorer soil. It also insures that we get the right amount of product in the right spot, reducing input costs and promoting environmental health. Auto section control is utilized on our sprayer and planter. This technology has gained us an 8-12% reduction of field inputs and also prevents over application which can have a negative impact on soil and environmental health. Learn more about precision ag here. |