Seed Firmer For Planters

Seed firmer for planters PLANTING EQUIPMENT Accessories 17-2-21 "It presses seed down into the furrow to eliminate air pockets and improve seed-tosoil contact," says Jeff Schultz, Ewing, Mo., about his new "Seed Inforcer" attachment for row crop planters. It consists of a 5-in. dia. abrasion-resistant poly wheel, mounted on a sealed bearing, that mounts between the disc openers and closing wheels. The disc is attached to a spring-loaded, hinged arm and runs right in the bottom of the furrow. "It results in more even germination and a more uniform stand," says Schultz. "It works better than angled press wheels. They squeeze soil into the top of the furrow but often leave air pockets at the bottom. " The Seed Inforcer mounts on a bracket that bolts on in place of the scraper. An optional seed bounce flap that mounts on the bottom of the seed tube ahead of the disc keeps seed from bouncing out of the furrow. Sells for $65 per row. Seed bounce flap sells for $2.50 per row. Fits Deere 7000 Series planters, Kinze planters and White 6000 Series planters. Brackets for other planters are in development. For more information, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, J & B Company, Rt. 2, Box 134, Ewing, Mo. 63440 (ph 314 494-3643)

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