Under the project name “CoverPro”, Geringhoff and Kverneland jointly developed a solution in which a precision seeding module with a harrow and a drive roller unit, is integrated directly behind the header of a combine harvester.
The CoverPro system allows cover crops to be seeded during the harvest, eliminating the need for additional passes, saving resources, and significantly improving gemination of the cover crop. a rigid header.
For this purpose, Kverneland mounts two 500-liter seed hoppers and a precision seeder with a harrow. The seed is transported via a pneumatic distribution system to the coulters, after which the harrow ensures proper mixing with the soil, thus enhancing proper germination of the cover crop seed. Coulters are also mounted behind the header. The seeding system adds a 9-meter extension, Including filled seed tanks, around 800 kg additional weight will be added to the 2.8-ton header. Current combine harvesters should be able to lift this 4.4-ton weight.
The system was tested in Germany last year. Not only does the system save time, but according to Geringhoff, the cover crop also germinates well. Once the manufacturer starts selling the system, it will only be mounted on new headers. Geringhoff expects a pre-series to be launched next year.
