Einböck introduces the cross-ridge hiller, to be mounted behind every hoeing element. Its purpose is to heap up-hill cross ridges in row-crops with a width of 50 to 80 cm / 20-30” (such as corn, sunflowers or potatoes) and thus protect the soil from erosion.
The cross-ridge hiller is driven mechanically via a tail wheel, whereby the size of the ridges can be adjusted using cross shares of different widths. Product manager Philipp explains: “Particularly in areas at risk of erosion, such as slopes, the cross ridges serve as a natural barrier to prevent soil and humus erosion. As a result, valuable water is retained for the cultivated crops and the precious humus remains on the field. Furthermore, crusts are effectively reduced, which promotes air exchange and thus plant development.”
