Preparing For Spring Crop Planting

As the old saying goes, failing to prepare is preparing to fail. It's no different with spring crop planting. Some key preparation steps can help foster a successful planting process and a bountiful harvest.

We've created the following guide on preparing for spring crop planting. For more advice or to shop farm equipment for sale, reach out to the experts at Atlantic Tractor. We run dealerships in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.

Prepare The Soil

The first step is getting your soil ready for spring crop planting. Take samples and conduct a pH test. Then, send the samples to a professional lab or purchase a kit and handle the analysis yourself. Either way, you will get valuable insight into the soil's health. Use this data to make informed decisions to maximize your harvest and protect your crops.

During this process, you may uncover soil issues. There could be a current weed infestation or the ground could be too tough and need to be broken up. Take the time to investigate your soil, then take any further planting preparation steps needed.

Prepare The Farm Equipment

Modern farm equipment helps speed up the spring crop planting process. But the farm equipment needs to be in good condition in order to perform optimally. Inspect your models to make sure they are ready to go and tackle any maintenance tasks as needed.

For example, the tires may not be inflated to the correct pressure, the battery might have died while sitting in storage, and the light bulbs may have burned out. Do a thorough inspection of each piece of agricultural equipment, making note of any problems you uncover. If you need professional help addressing these issues, the service department at Atlantic Tractor is happy to help.

Prepare The Crops

The last step is to decide what you'll be planting this spring. Do a little research into what will be most profitable and manageable for you, which could be different than your approach in past years. Think about what will grow best in your soil, the predicted weather patterns for this year, the current costs of planting different crops, and so on.

You'll also need to pick fertilizer that pairs best with your crops. You'll want your soil to be full of key nutrients, such as potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus. Get a fertilizer packed with those ingredients to help foster a better harvest.

Looking to shop farm equipment for sale? Check out the collection at Atlantic Tractor. Our friendly staff can go over the various models and the financing process. We aim to make the shopping process easy. Explore the models online or stop by the dealership nearest to you. We have locations throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.