Keep your openers sharp before seeding

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Published: May 7, 2024

Keep your openers sharp before seeding

Openers with sharp edges and limited wear work better to cut through residue, achieve consistent seed depth and provide the essential separation between seed and fertilizer.

These benefits improve seed survival and crop uniformity, which improve the return on investment for seed. A canola crop with five to eight plants per square foot emerging uniformly is more competitive against weeds and insects. Check all openers for excessive wear.

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