Adjust Rate Based On Seed Germination
Use the following formula to adjust kg/hectare (lbs/acre) based on seed germination.
FORMULA:
Desired kg/hectare (lbs/acre) divided by percent germination = actual kg/hectare (lbs/acre) application required.
EXAMPLE: 73 kg/hectare (65 lbs/acre) is desired and seed germination is 90 percent.
73 kg/hectare ÷ 0.90 = 81 kg/hectare
(65 lbs/acre) ÷ 0.90 = (72 lbs/acre)
Set transmission at 81 kg/hectare (72 lbs/acre)
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