Okay, so today I want to talk about this ground drive fertilizer pump thing. I’ve been messing around with different ways to get fertilizer to my crops, and this one caught my eye. It’s supposed to be pretty simple and reliable, so I gave it a shot.
Getting Started
First, I had to get my hands on one of these pumps. Seemed a bit pricey upfront, but I figured it might be worth it in the long run. I’ve tried electric pumps before, and while they worked okay, I was always a bit worried about them breaking down or needing a power source out in the field. I even messed with a hydraulic pump once, but that was a whole other can of worms. This ground drive thing seemed like a good middle ground.
Setting it Up
The idea behind these ground drive pumps is that they’re powered by the movement of the equipment, like the planter or applicator. So, no extra power needed, which is nice. I spent a good chunk of time figuring out how to get it mounted on my planter. The instructions were, let’s just say, not the best. But after some trial and error, and a few choice words, I got it hooked up.
Putting it to Work
Once I got it installed, I filled up my fertilizer tank and took it for a spin. The cool thing about this setup is that it’s supposed to automatically adjust the fertilizer rate based on how fast you’re going. And yeah, it actually worked! I could see the pump working as I drove, and it seemed to be keeping up just fine as I changed speeds.
My Thoughts So Far
Honestly, I’m pretty impressed with this ground drive fertilizer pump so far. It’s definitely simpler than some of the other options I’ve tried. No wires to mess with, no separate motors to worry about. It just does its thing based on how fast I’m moving.
- Pros:
- Simple to use
- Automatically adjusts rate
- No extra power source needed
- Cons:
- A bit expensive upfront
- Installation can be tricky
I’ll need to see how it holds up over a whole season, but right now, I’m feeling pretty good about it. It seems like a solid, reliable way to get fertilizer where it needs to go. If you’re looking for a simple fertilizer pump solution, you might want to check this out.
