SPIKE WHEEL APPLICATOR

The more I see of this the better I like the concept with it's low surface disturbance, and placement  of liquid fertilizer below the soil surface. The company indicates that they don't recommend it's use on more than a 25% slope.  I think this concern can be eliminated by mounting these units on pivots and include a swing hitch to eliminate side draft.  It is reported that these units can place liquid fertilizer up to four inches into the soil profile.  That would be great for use as a primary fertilizer applicator, or side dressing.  A friend of mine is familiar with the unit.  His comment was, --it's a flimsy looking thing, but it works just fine.  This pic is demonstrating it's use in a cereal crop.