In this technology description the use of animal traction and single-axle tractors for direct seeding is explained. In particular different instruments or implements for direct seeding are described and Illustrated with a range of Pictures. The main working elements of the direct seeders are: (1) a disc to cut through the surface mulch and open a slot in the soil, (2) a furrow opener to place the fertilizer and the seed, (3) wheels to control the planting depth and eventually press the seed row, and (4) press wheels to close the slot in order to secure a good contact between soil and seed.
This technology is part of a series on conservation agriculture.