Soil protection in arable farming

Fertile soil is the basis for healthy plant growth and stable yields. It is therefore all the more important to protect it from compaction and loss of structure – especially in intensive arable farming.

To detect soil compaction early, we use a penetrometer. It measures soil resistance and identifies compacted zones, so we can act before damage becomes permanent.

Another important lever for soil protection is the right tyre pressure, which is constantly adjusted to the task at hand. Wide tyres distribute the weight better and further reduce ground pressure – especially on moist or sensitive soils.

Especially in spring, when soils are often still too wet, no slurry is spread with heavy tankers. Instead we use an umbilical hose system: the slurry is stored temporarily in a container at the field edge and pumped through long hoses directly to the applicator. Only a tractor with wide, soil-friendly tyres drives on the field – the heavy tanker stays outside. This method protects the soil structure and prevents compaction.