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Ceres 440: Precision planting

Planting precision and precision planting

The Ceres 440 has some features to ensure accurate planting in less than no time: 

  • A high precision planting element with moving floor, electrical agitators and adjustable tuber guiding channel
  • Robust frame with parallel set up for accurate depth control
  • Automatic planter control which adjusts bunker height, ridging hood pressure, anti-erosion system…
  • Row-independent planting element drive with 4 hydraulic motors

This allows:

  • An accurate planting distance for perfect spacing between tubers
  • Single tuber selection, no misses no doubles
  • Central drop zone for accurate tuber placement in the middle of the ridge
  • A variety of seed potato sizes, small and large
  • Easy adjustment of tuber depth
  • Row stop for headlands and spray tracks