Blog Category: Flo-rite Seed Firmers
Do Your Seed Firmers Hold Up Over Time?
Why Consistent Firming Pressure Makes All the Difference
When it comes to planting, the difference between having a bumper crop or having a disappointing yield often comes down to one thing: consistent seed-to-soil contact. And while many seed firmers may seem similar at first, the real difference shows up after a few hundred acres.
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The Truth About Premature Wear in Seed Firmers (And How to Prevent It)
If you’re noticing uneven emergence, inconsistent seed depth, or gaps in your stand, your seed firmer might be the culprit. Traditional seed firmers wear out quickly, losing the ability to maintain proper pressure and seed placement. Over time, this results in lost yield potential and higher replacement costs.
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Air Pockets Are Killing Your Germination-Here’s How to Fix It
Planting is all about giving your seeds the best possible start. But if air pockets are lurking in the seed trench, they could be costing you valuable yields. Poor seed-to-soil contact leads to uneven emergence, weak stands, and ultimately, lost bushels. The good news? Flo-Rite Seed Firmers can fix the problem.
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What is the Purpose of a Seed Firmer?
The original purpose of a seed firmer was to make sure that when the seed was dropped into the furrow or seed trench that it would make it to the bottom of the trench and not get stuck in the sidewalls on the way in.