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Question 1

What is a seed monitor?

Answer 1

A device equipped in drills to monitor seed distribution during planting.

It helps in ensuring adequate seed flow and population calculation.

Question 2

Which rows are typically monitored by seed monitors?

Answer 2

Usually only the end rows, specifically 4 outside rows.

End rows tend to run out of seed first.

Question 3

Can seed monitors track all rows in a drill?

Answer 3

Yes, but the monitor capacity will be the limiting factor.

This means that the number of rows monitored depends on the capabilities of the monitoring system.

Question 4

What functionality does the seed monitor provide when planting soybeans?

Answer 4

It counts seeds and calculates population.

This helps farmers optimize planting density and seed usage.

Question 5

What issue arises when planting wheat with a seed monitor?

Answer 5

The population is too high, serving only as an indicator of seed flow.

This indicates that the monitor is less effective for wheat compared to soybeans.