Sidedress Pass Could Cause a Pinch: Studies address how running tracks, singles and duals affect compaction and yields

摘要

Soil compaction and pinch rows can reduce crop yields by negatively impacting water flow and compacting roots. The Farm Journal Test Plots program has conducted numerous studies through the years on compaction using both wheels and tracks. The findings include: Increased surface area, whether tire or tracks, decreases the depth of compaction. Tracks can provide more surface area than traditional tires.