Zero-till practices have boosted yields and soil health in Western Canada, yet low moisture can lead to compaction. This study investigates variable-depth compaction tillage, guided by prescription mapping, as a targeted solution. Using the Väderstad Wil-Rich 357 Inline Ripper, the project evaluates how precision tillage can minimise compaction and improve return on investment for growers.
Download the Seed Hawk agronomy trials document to explore results from 2025 field trials, conducted with farmers and research institutes. The report focuses on optimising seeding rates and compares crop performance at different row spacings using the Seed Hawk ir drill.
Straw distribution plays an important role in tillage performance. Disc type, disc configuration and working speed can all influence how crop residues are redistributed during cultivation. To better understand these effects, Väderstad conducted a field study under practical field conditions in Germany.
