Farming Paraphernalia to Foster Food Plot

The rudimentary requirement of food plotting is the grade of seed used and the method how the seed is incorporated into soil. For seeding larger plots, affiliating with ATV food plot seeding equipment will get the job done fast and accurately, while a hand-crank spreader will suffice for small plots. Once the seed is broadcast, going over the plot with this equipment it will ensure great seed to soil contact, which will lead to good germination. Tilling provides proper penetration of seeds into the soil bed. It is a mechanical manipulation of soil to provide favorable condition for crop production. Soil tillage consists of breaking the compact surface of earth to a certain depth and to loosen the soil mass, to enablethe roots of the crops to penetrate and spread into the soil.

On the other half, tilling with machine have some drawbacks if considered in the aspect of atmosphere. When soil is tilled with machinery, carbon is released from the soil into the atmosphere, adding to emissions from the machinery itself. It also produces more airborne dust. No-till crop residue helps rain and irrigation water infiltrate the soil, where it can be used; it also limits evaporation, thus conserving water for crop growth. No-till soils support a greater number of beneficial insects and a higher microbe count. Less tillage significantly reduces labor and related fuel costs. Because of some specific profits of tilling ATV food plot tillage equipment is used at food plots for a fruitful output. Some of those benefits are:

1. Obtains deep seed bed, suitable for different type of crops.
2. Adds more humus and fertility to soil by covering the vegetation.
3. Destroys and prevent weeds.
4. Aerates the soil for proper growth of crops.
5. Increases the water-absorbing capacity of the soil.
6. Destroys the insects, pests and their breeding places, and
7. Reduces the soil erosion 

Whether one owns or leases hunting land, at some point one have or have thought about installing food plots, the fact of matter is, most hunters do not have access to tractors and tractor-driven implements due to insufficient capital. While heavier equipment can do more with less effort, if one can get his hands on an ATV and a few implements, you’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish.