Liquid Systems Variable Rate Fertilization System Matt Terry Liquid Systems Variable Rate Fertilization System
What is the Best Option for VR? Variable rate is efficient Liquid System’s goal is to be as precise as possible More precise with liquids Liquids are the easier to control In-furrow is most efficient fertilization system
What is it? In-Furrow liquid injection system Fertilizer, Trace Elements, Pesticide, ect. Pump is built to change rates quickly Computer controlled Green Star, Ag Leader, Trimble
Set-Up Pump and Control Module attached to air cart or Planter Pumps liquid from tank to nozzle Computer will control rate of spray based on GPS position
Additional Equipment Additional Pumps Stacker Openers Section Control Spiker Additional tanks
Disadvantages High set-up cost Have to change application timing System plus multiple attachments, equipment, soil test Have to change application timing
Summary Effective and efficient system Has made producers more profitable Step toward the future