Concept · 14 articles
The seeding depth is a critical parameter of agricultural engineering, which directly determines the uniformity of emergence, root system development, and the subsequent productivity of crops. The correct choice of depth depends on a variety of factors: biological characteristics of a specific crop, soil texture, its moisture level, and the state of the tillage layer before sowing. Errors at this stage lead to thin stands, reduced plant growth rates, and, consequently, the loss of part of the potential harvest.
This collection combines materials covering both general technological foundations of sowing and specific agronomic features of cultivating various crops — from grains and grain legumes to forage root crops and flowers. The reader will find information here on soil preparation, modern sowing methods, and equipment adjustment, such as grain-fertilizer drills. The articles will help to systematize knowledge about seeding rates and methods for controlling seeding depth, ensuring a competent approach to planning sowing operations both on an industrial scale and in small plots.
Soil and tillage For agronomists
The article examines the main objectives of agrotechnical tillage before sowing winter crops. Special attention is paid to preserving soil moisture in chernozems to ensure high-quality seed emergence in arid conditions
Crop production For students
Lentil is a sought-after pulse crop with high protein content, actively used in the food industry and for feeding livestock. The article reveals key yield indicators, agrotechnical features, and current cultivars dominating Russian production
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article examines the process of preparing the SZ-3.6 grain-fertilizer seeder for field deployment. You will learn about the rules for checking components, adjusting coulters, and the methodology for setting seeding mechanisms to a specified application rate
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article describes key aspects of seed preparation and technological requirements for sowing. You will learn how the sowing depth and seed treatment methods affect the uniformity of emergence and future yield
Soil and tillage For agronomists
Winter precipitation, temperatures, and soil type determine the physical state of the arable land before sowing spring crops. Understanding these processes is essential for agronomists to properly plan spring tillage.
Floriculture For students
The quality of seedlings and the cost of production depend on adhering to sowing rates and choosing the correct seed depth. The article describes the main sowing methods and recommendations for working with small, medium, and large seeds of ornamental crops
Crop production For students
The article describes the technological aspects of vetch cultivation: from soil preparation to harvesting times. It examines the features of cultivating spring and winter cultivars, their nutritional value, and methods of use in forage production
Crop production For students
The article describes the biological characteristics of forage carrots, their high nutritional value, and growth condition requirements. Information on the growing season, cold hardiness of the crop, and a current list of popular cultivars are provided.
Crop production For students
Cotton is a valuable row crop widely used in the textile, food, and chemical industries. The article discusses the plant's biological features, its yield indicators, and the main directions for raw material processing
Crop production For students
Lupine is a valuable grain legume, rich in protein and capable of restoring soil fertility. The article examines breeding achievements in reducing alkaloids and the role of lupine in livestock production and crop production
Crop production For students
The article describes the biological characteristics, nutritional value, and agrotechnical potential of millet. You will learn about the role of the crop in crop rotation, the yield of various cultivars, and the methods of using grain in agriculture
Crop production For students
Oats are one of the most valuable agricultural crops, combining high grain nutritional value and versatility of application. The article examines the role of oats in food production, the diet of livestock animals, and feed production.
