Plough Flat Share (VS8) 200mm

Description

Flat/Plough Share VS8 200mm: The ploughshare is a key component of an animal-drawn plough, responsible for cutting into and loosening the soil.

• • The Mealie Brand Flat Share is made from hardened steel with high carbon content. It has a sharp, wedge-shaped edge that slices through the earth, helping to create furrows, control weeds, and aerate the soil.

• • It is mounted at the bottom of the plough frame at an angle.

• • The Flat share has an asymmetric shape for effective penetration.

• • Ploughshares wear down over time due to constant soil contact and may need replacement when badly worn.

• • Overall, the ploughshare is crucial for effective soil tilling

• • Maintaining its sharpness through timely replacements ensures efficient ploughing

Importance of the Plough Share in agriculture: 

1. 1. Soil preparation-It ensures that the soil is properly tilled for sowing, ensuring better seed growth.
   2. Weed control: Turning the soil can bury weeds and their seeds helping to reduce weed growth
   3. Soil aeration: By turning the soil, the plough share helps to increase air circulation which improves root growth and microbial activity in the soil