EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
How does equipment factor into Climate-Smart Agriculture?
Climate-Smart farming involves the use of a variety of equipment and techniques that develop and enhance soil health to encourage the growth of resilient crops. Learn about some of the equipment farmers in the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart project will use at the links below.
Roller Crimper
This essential piece of agricultural equipment is predominantly used in conservation agriculture and regenerative organic farming as an eco-friendly solution to effectively terminate cover crops and prevent weed emergence without the use of herbicides, deep tillage, or plastic mulch. Download our fact sheet to learn more about the operations, uses, functions and advantages of the roller crimper.
Mechanical Transplanter
Mechanical transplanters are used in agricultural crop production to automate the planting process of seedlings, plugs, slips, and tubers. These machines offer solutions to enhance transplanting precision while maximizing labor efficiency. Read more in our fact sheet below.
BCS Walk Behind Tractor
TheBCS, or walk-behind tractor, is a versatile machine designed for a variety of agricultural and landscaping tasks. They are characterized by their compact size, maneuverability, and compatibility with various implements, ranging from tillers to hay balers. A BCS can meet almost any need you have on your farm. Learn more about the operations,
uses, functions and advantages ofBCS use in our fact sheet linked below.
No-Till Drill
A no-till drill is a specialized agricultural implement used to plant seeds without disturbing the soil through tilling. This method
helps preserve soil structure, reduce erosion, and improve water retention. Read our fact sheet to learn more about the operations, uses, and functions
Plastic Mulch Layer
Plastic mulch layers are agricultural implements used to lay plastic films over soil beds to enhance crop production. This method conserves soil moisture, controls weeds, and regulates soil temperature. The adoption of plastic mulch in vegetable production systems in the Southeast offers growers a climate-friendly, reliable, and cost-effective way to improve crop yields, quality, and efficiency. Download our fact sheet to learn more.