The health of the soil beneath our pastures emerges as the cornerstone of sustainable and productive farming.
FarmTech Machinery, a pioneering Australian farm machinery company, has long understood this foundation.
Since introducing Australia's first soil aerator in the 1990s under the renowned Aervator brand, FarmTech Machinery has led the market in innovative soil health solutions, achieving global recognition with more than a thousand units sold.
Soil health is the heartbeat of productive pastures. The key to unlocking this vitality? Soil aeration.
FamTech says this process, more than a mere farming technique, is a transformative practice proven to enhance soil productivity and foster robust pasture growth.
They say the science is clear: aerated and fractured soil creates an environment where aerobic bacteria can thrive. These beneficial microorganisms play a crucial role in making essential nutrients available to plants, thereby boosting their growth and improving the nutritional content of livestock feed.
Aeration has been shown to maximise the effectiveness of fertilisers. By creating pathways to the root zone, fertilisers and compost are more efficiently absorbed, directly benefiting plant health and yield.
Furthermore, the structural improvements to soil from aeration enable better water infiltration, reducing run-off and enhancing the soil's water absorption. This not only conserves water but also ensures that plants have a more resilient root system, making them more drought-resistant.
FarmTech Machinery recommends the pairing of the Aervator with a SEEDX Air Seeder to achieve what they term the ‘one-pass renovator’.
This combination not only fractures the soil but also allows for oversowing in a single pass, saving farmers time and resources. This innovative approach is the key to establishing productive permanent pastures.
FarmTech’s R&D division has been working hard to develop practical and dependable solutions for Australia’s farming challenges.
‘Maxi Series’ multi-gang system double the tines and allows for effective aeration or light cultivation to be performed in a single pass. Precise GPS rate controlled air seeding equipment that is Australian-made.
FarmTech Machinery remains committed to building practical solutions for farmers by providing the tools they need to succeed.
“Together, we can cultivate a future where productive pastures are the norm, not the exception.”