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Novel System for Improving Crop Disease Management

Summary

Researchers at Purdue University have developed technology that includes a modified system that allows planters to apply inoculum at a wide range of rates. By using adjustable seed meters that are operated via an electronic motor while planting research plots, this technology allows for different types of inoculum to be planted at the same time. This system saves time in the field because the inoculum can be applied in conjunction with planting. In addition, this technology is paired with a GPS operated planter, which eliminates the need to locate non-inoculated plots prior to planting. This system is not made for specific seed types or for specific seeding rates. It can be calibrated in multiple ways to accommodate a broad range of inoculum carriers.

Technology Benefits

Can be used with different types of inoculum carriers Allows for the use with a wide variety of seeds Eliminates the loss of traction by ground driven equipment

Technology Application

Inoculation methods Agriculture industry Farming

Detailed Technology Description

Jeffrey RavellettePurdue Botany and Plant Pathology

Countries

United States

Application No.

None

Country/Region

USA

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