Page 7 - McBee Farms 10 Step Process

Step 5: Pre-Plant Procedures
With planting season less than a month away, we use this time to create a firm, smooth seed bed using minimally invasive implements such as a diamond harrow, which only affects the top 2-3 inches of dirt. This smooth seed bed is essential for proper seed depth, and even emergence once crops start growing.
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