Cultivators and Tillers

This is our Cultivators and Tillers section where we list all our articles about cultivators and tillers.
Our aim is to help you get the right tool easier and better informed. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to let us know in the comment section.

a combination cultivator

What Is A Cultivator? uses in farming and gardening

Cultivators are essential tools in agriculture and horticulture, designed to prepare and maintain soil for the planting and growth of crops. But what is a cultivator, and how does it function? Let’s delve into the world of cultivators, their types, and their uses in both farming and gardening. What Does a Cultivator Do to the …

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A Howard/ Grimme Rotavator in a field

The Use Of Rotavators In Agriculture

A rotavator, a powerful tool in the world of agriculture and horticulture, offers a multitude of benefits for soil cultivation. Recognizing its impact requires diving into its history, mechanics, and flexible usage. The Evolution of Rotavators The roots of the rotavator reach back to the early 20th century, when Arthur Clifford Howard, an Australian engineer, …

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a specialised strip tillage machine working in a field

What is Strip Tillage: Benefits and Examples

Tillage practices play a significant role in agriculture, affecting soil health, crop yields, and overall farm productivity. With a growing interest in sustainable farming methods, strip tillage has gained popularity as an effective soil management technique. In this article, we’ll explore strip tillage, its benefits, and examples of crops suitable for this tillage method. What …

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massey ferguson 35x and grubber

Weeding and Ridging Potato Drills with a Tractor: using a Massey Ferguson 35x, with a Ferguson grubber and drill plough

Hello, fellow potato growers! Today, we’re diving into the world of mechanized weeding and ridging. If you’ve got a larger area of potatoes, using a tractor and specialized equipment can make the weeding and ridging process more efficient and less labor-intensive. In this article, we’ll explore how to use a Massey Ferguson 35x tractor, a …

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a gas cultivator

Electric Cordless Cultivators vs. Gas-Powered: A Comprehensive Comparison

Cultivating your garden is essential for maintaining healthy soil and promoting the growth of your plants. Choosing the right tool for the job can make all the difference, and cultivators come in various forms. Among the popular choices are electric cordless cultivators and gas-powered models. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons …

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rototiller in operation in the garden

5 Key Steps to Mastering Rototiller Use: expert tips for safe and efficient tilling

Rototillers are incredibly useful tools for breaking up and turning over soil in gardens and landscapes. However, to ensure a successful and safe tilling experience, it is essential to follow some key steps. This article aims to provide an overview of five crucial steps to using a rototiller effectively and safely: wearing the correct safety …

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troy bilt pony rototiller

Troy Bilt Pony Rototiller: a reliable and versatile tiller

If you’re in the market for a powerful and reliable tiller, the Troy Bilt Pony rototiller is a popular choice among gardeners in the USA. This rear-tine tiller is designed to tackle tough soil and heavy-duty gardening tasks, while also being easy to use and maintain. Powerful engine and tilling width The Troy-Bilt Pony is …

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A hand tiller for the garden

Hand Tiller For The Garden: how to use and choose the best hand tiller

A tiller is simply a name given to any garden tool which breaks up the soil into smaller pieces to make planting into easier. When soil is untilled it is usually more compacted and dense, this makes it difficult for the new plant to establish a good root structure and thrive. Tilling can be carried …

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4-stroke Mantis tiller

4-Stroke Mantis Tiller Problems: 10 common issues and direct solutions

The Mantis 4-stroke tiller is a very popular machine, it is lightweight, robustly made, and has a powerful 4-stroke Honda engine, which is famed for its reliability and performance. It has made preparing the soil for planting a much easier and more enjoyable experience. As with any mechanical machine though, it has had its fair …

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mid tine tiller working in a large garden

Best Tiller For Large Gardens: how to choose + examples

Tending to a garden is not only relaxing, but it can also provide food for you and your family. Having the right tools to aid in your gardening experience helps maximize your efficiency and even increase your yield. Soil tillers are one such garden tool that can not only save you time but can also …

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Essential Protective Wear When Operating A Garden Tiller/Rotavator: PPE checklist

Powered garden tillers and cultivators are great, they save you a lot of effort and produce evenly tilled soil in less than half the time you would with a spade or a fork. They are hazardous machines and should be handled with care. To lessen the risk to the operator they should wear suitable PPE …

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Important Checks Before Starting A Garden Tiller/Rotavator: Be safe, not sorry

Hello everyone, today I’m going to talk about important checks before starting a garden tiller/rotavator. Buying a garden tiller/rotavator is an exciting purchase, especially after you have realized the effort which goes into preparing your soil for planting. Preparing soil manually with a spade or fork is a very labor-intensive task. Before you unpack or …

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What Is A Cultivator Used For: garden cultivators

Spring is here again and it’s time to prepare the soil for whatever you intend to plant….Yesss! Your goal as always, will be to have perfectly aerated, nutrient-rich and well-mixed soil. This should be done with the intention of keeping your garden weed-free all season long once your plants are growing (good luck with that …

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