Crust Breakers

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Crust Breakers agricultural machinery

Crust breakers for reliable crop establishment

Heavy rain followed by drying conditions can leave a hard surface crust that restricts emergence and reduces air and water movement around the seedbed. A crust breaker works the uppermost layer of soil, breaking the cap while limiting disturbance below the surface.

Controlled, shallow cultivation

Machine choice should reflect the soil type, crop stage, bed profile and severity of the crust. Working depth, rotor or tine configuration and forward speed all influence the finish. Accurate adjustment is particularly important where young plants are close to the surface or the operation must preserve the established bed shape.

VSM Grow Tech can help specify a crust breaker for the soil conditions, tractor and working width, with the adjustment needed to achieve an effective result without excessive cultivation.

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Forigo Crustbreakers

Forigo Crustbreakers

Crust breakers carry out shallow, localised cultivation on established beds, breaking the sealed surface without disturbing the full soil profile. They are particularly useful where rain or irrigation has formed a crust that can restrict emergence or water movement.

Choosing the right specification

Working width, tine or rotor configuration, depth control and bed profile should be matched to the established crop and surface condition.

VSM Grow Tech can help compare the available manufacturer options and identify a practical specification for the intended job.

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