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PatCMO
Posted 2/2/2014 15:37 (#3657115 - in reply to #3657005)
Subject: Re: Setting seed drill rate


Pilot Grove, Missouri
The chart is just a starting point. Yes you move the lever to change seeding rate. I like to take one seed tube off (Usually an end row and start on the edge of the field as not to have a skip), and attach a bag to catch the seed. Drive a certain distance or percentage of an acre at the speed that you plan to run (Speed will make a difference on the amount of seed per acre) most of the time. Weigh the seed in the bag and calculate the seeding rate. Adjust the lever setting accordingly and retest. Really sounds more complicated than it is. Will take a few extra minutes when beginning, but well worth it to have the correct seeding rate. Patrick
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