Final report - SRDC project BSS106 : Assessing linkages between machine traffic, soil conditions and productivity

Abstract

The objectives of this project was to; 1: determine the effect of matching crop row spacing to harvester wheel track widths on longevity and yeild of ratoon crops planted in dual rows; 2: investigate the mechanism causing compaction due to machinery; 3: determine any cumulative effect of harvesting traffic on soil physical properties, stool damage and ratooning in consecutive ratoon crops; 4: develop a decision support model to manage the effect of soil compaction and yield.