Kveneland Helios

WEEDING FOR HEALTHY CROPS

WITH HIGH CAPACITY AND PERFORMANCE

Certain weeds have developed resistance against herbicides, and chemicals will slow down crop development. Thus, an alternative is needed for effective weed control under different conditions.

Conditions in field vary. Individual farming concepts have been set up. Versatility is important. The rotary hoe, Helios, also works in case of resistance and can be used in pre-emergence status for blind weeding. Weeds need to be brought to the surface to dry out. It replaces and/or extends the options to react when conditions limit the application of chemical crop care. Also operation in mulch conditions is possible without the risk of blockages. Furthermore, due to the climate changes, farmers are often faced with draught resulting in hard soil surface with limited water reserve or surface capping after heavy rain falls. Therefore, there is a strong need to restore water and air flow and to protect the soil moisture, improving the nutrients supply of the roots. By cracking the upper topsoil, breaking the surface capping on certain soils after rain, the Helios promotes seed emergence and restores the water and air flow, stimulating physico-chemical reactions and soil life. It will increase mineralization and promote the absorption of nitrogen by increasing biomass. All in all resulting in better tilling of the crop for a healthy and sustainable plant development.

Selective mechanical weeding under any conditions

Selective mechanical weeding asks for precision . The even working depth adjusted to the height of crop emergence and sowing depth reduces the negative impact on the crops. A precise speed management can be set up in order to work as aggressively as necessary, maximising performance and output.

KVERNELAND HELIOS