New seed tube allows for faster planting speed during busy spring season

By PETER SCHARPE Minnesota Farm Guide
Nov 9, 2017
Nov 9, 2017 Updated Nov 9, 2017

Larry Kuster, product specialist, presents speed planting and the new SpeedTube.
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By PETER SCHARPE Minnesota Farm Guide

HANSKA, Minn. – Time is a crucial factor in farming, particularly during the planting season. There is a limited window of opportunity to plant in order to achieve maximum yield potential and the window closes quickly during a cool, wet spring.

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