So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Monday, June 24, 2013

Guide To Variable Rate Fertilizer Spreader Operations

By Allyson Whitley


A variable rate fertilizer spreader is a machine that allows crop producers to apply compost at different rates at each individual location across fields. The technology used to accomplish this process includes equipment such as an in cab computer and software that is equipped with a field zone application map, GPS and a few others. The equipment varies depending on the type of compost and the general method of application.

One of the major advantages that comes with the use of a VR fertilizer spreader is the significant reduction of compost cost. That alone is worth all the trouble. Another highly notable advantage is the downloadable field spreads that farmers can to through the use of Google maps. A consistent pattern of growth is another notable advantage.

A georeferenced field zone map can help locate specific locations and their compost rate. A vehicle mounted GPS unit is included in the system, which allows the computer to change the rate of application between zones. The compost rate across the field is a result of the electronic communication between the controller and the in cab computer.

Starting things off, hiring a commercial fertilizer applicator that is equipped with VR fertilization technology is probably the best way. A fee for VR application may be added by commercial applicators. The total cost, however, for small acreages will likely be less than the purchasing equipment.

Fitting granular fertilizer spreaders or the alternative anhydrous ammonia applicator is a job done by the producers. Adding a hydraulic motor or a VR electric motor can allow for conveyor belt speed variation. To maintain its liquid form, the anhydrous ammonia applicator may given a heat exchanger and must be modified for it to be able to accomplish VR fertilization.

GPS units are relied on for the constant maintenance of equipment positions. The cab computer is made to signal specific changes as the equipment transfers from a single field management zone to the next. In order for the controller to account for the distance in the event that the receiver has not been directly mounted on the applicator, additional programming may be needed.

A central component of the equipment is the computer. It is normally mounted in the vehicle cab. It is also capable of several functions, among them being the operation of a software program design to display fertilization application map.

Altering of data to controllers are communicated as signals by the computer. Recording fertilization application maps and the vehicle speed monitoring are other functions. The signals of the GPS are being recorded for the recognition of real time vehicle position is another function.

It is most unfortunate that many of the older electronic monitors are incapable of upgrading. This requires producers to purchase newer controllers if they are ever interested in having variable rate fertilizer spreaders of their own. A few functions are vital in choosing a new controller and that includes the ability to control and vary various products simultaneously and quite a few others.




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