The effect of harvester settings on cane loss and subsequent ratoon cane yield

Abstract

This replicated trial at Tully showed that harvester settings (basecutter height, forward speed, and direction of travel in relation to crop lodging) can significantly influence the amount of cane left in the paddock after harvest. The trial also showed that the yield components of the subsequent ratoon crop could be significantly affected by the same harvester settings.This replicated trial at Tully showed that harvester settings (basecutter height, forward speed, and direction of travel in relation to crop lodging) can significantly influence the amount of cane left in the paddock after harvest. The trial also showed that the yield components of the subsequent ratoon crop could be significantly affected by the same harvester settings.