Using Seed Mixtures

EXAMPLE: 19 cm (7.5 in.) Row Spacing

1. When mixing seeds, select shifter settings from proper row spacing on chart that will give the desired quantity for EACH KIND of seed.

2. Add shifter settings together and set shifter in notch that represents the total of all settings. See chart.

NOTE: When your particular seed is not shown on the charts, select a seed of comparable weight and size in determining shifter setting.

Seed Quantity Per Hectare (Acre) Notch
Alfalfa 6.7 (6.0) 3
Alsike Clover 4.5 (4.0) 2
Timothy 3.4 (3.0) 2
Birdsfoot Trefoil 7.8 (7.0) 3
 
  Approximate Notch Set 10

 

3. Set shifter higher or lower after checking quantities drilled. See RATE CHECK-METHOD ONE and RATE CHECK-METHOD TWO in Operating The Machine section.

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