Compacted Soil
Compacted soil has had the air space squeezed
out by machine, animal feet or nature itself
(rain). Root growth, therefore plant production
is inhibited.
Healthy Soil
Healthy soil contains a balance of mineral, air,
water and organic matter. Approximately 1/4 of
the volume of a healthy soil is made up of air
pores.
AerWay
Technology
AerWay Shattertine technology refers to the
twist and lean of the tine and the ability of
the tine to lift the soil like a small spade,
shattering the compacted layers and recreating
the air space in the soil profile.
Aerated Soil
Aerated soil is loosened soil with ideal
air/water balance and an environment for maximum
root growth.
Good Soil Tilth is Important!
Soil tilth is the measurement of the balance between
basic soil elements: mineral, air, water, and organic
matter. The proper balance of these elements increases
soil production by allowing efficient interaction of all
the soil systems. Air and water balance in the soil is
the key to good root growth.
Compaction stresses plants because air and water are
"squeezed" from the soil. Biological and chemical
activities which depend on air and water become severely
restricted. Root growth is impaired, crop production
suffers.
Compaction makes both wet and dry soil conditions more
severe. It reduces the water holding capacity of the
soil which makes drought conditions worse. As well, it
inhibits drainage.
How the AerWay Tine Works!
The Shattertine®
The patented AerWay Shattertines lift and fracture tough
soil to increase air and water movement. As the AerWay
moves over the surface, the unique angles of the AerWay
Shattertines crack and shatter compacted soil 8" and
deeper to open new channels for air and water. Plants
respond with stronger roots and better yields. Plus
you'll see improved fertilizer utilization, reduced
runoff, and greater soil moisture consistency. See for
yourself why thousands of producers agree- there's
nothing else like the AerWay
The unique angles and offsets of the Shattertine crack
and shatter the compacted soil. The results are improved
soil air/water balance, increased microbial activity,
and better fertilizer usage.
The causes and results of
compaction
Equipment traffic
High traffic loads from
equipment break down soil
particles and force them
together. This reduces the pore
space needed for air and water
movement. This effect is made
worse in wet conditions, when
particles, move more freely.
Livestock traffic
Soil compaction develops from
repeated pressure from livestock
traffic. While livestock can
actually break up surface
crusting, deep soil compaction
layers develop over time if left
untreated.
Rainfall
Heavy rainfall disturbs the
smallest particles on the
surface and forces them into
pore spaces near the surface,
creating layers of crust.
The bottom line is that
relieving soil compaction is the
first thing you should do to
increase soil productivity.
Compaction relief is the single
most cost-effective method for
boosting production.
Compaction can reduce
yields by 50% or more
Compaction Develops
- Reduced pore space
- Increased bulk density
- Particles broken down
- Reduced gas exchange
- Limited nutrient
movement
- Reduced water
movement
- Reduced air content
- Slower root
penetration
- Increased power needs
Soil
Symptoms
- Reduced water
infiltration
- Standing water and
drainage problems
- Increased surface
erosion
- Less root mass
throughout the soil
profile
- Larger equipment
required leads to more
soil compaction
- Reduced microbial
activity
- Nutrient leaching
Plant
Symptoms
- Slow crop
emergence
- Uneven crop stands
- Short or stunted
plants
- Leaf discoloration
Mechanical aeration with
AerWay is the answer
Since soil compaction is a
physical problem, the best
solution is mechanical aeration.
The ideal type of aeration
treatment is fast, efficient,
cost effective, and easy to
perform-just what you get with
patented AerWay Shattertine
aeration.
Regular treatment with
AerWay can turn your
soil around
Compaction Relived
- Increased pore
space
- Reduced bulk density
- Increased gas exchange
- Efficient nutrient
movement
- Optimum water
content
- Increased air content
- Deeper root
penetration
- Reduced power needs
Soil
Conditions
- Increased water
infiltration
- Improved drainage
- Reduced erosion
- Greater root mass
- Increased
microbial activity
- Less nutrient leaching
- Lower horsepower for
tillage
Plant
Response
- Vigorous crop
emergence
- Even crop stands
- Well developed plants
- Deeper, healthier
roots