Posted 4/23/2026 23:11 (#11626947 - in reply to #11626917) Subject: RE: Soil compaction from central fill planters.
Southern Illinois
I have no doubt they are, but what is our other option? Is the convenience of central fill and increased productivity outweigh the compaction? Is it like a sprayer, the tracks cause crop damage and yield loss. So get the biggest boom/planter you can to minimize wheel tracks?