Why Every No-Till Farmer Should Use a Furrow Ruler for Closing Wheel Setup
No-till systems demand precision because planter errors compound quickly into uneven emergence, lost stand, and yield drag. Within the first minute of field checks, growers should verify tool settings and actual furrow geometry. In practice, two low-cost checks accelerate that process: a Furrow Ruler to measure what the trench really looks like, and awareness of how a furrow cruiser for closing wheels interacts with sidewalls under no-till residue. Measure First, Then Adjust: The Case for a Ruler Every agronomic decision at the planter starts with truth on depth, width, and sidewall integrity. A Furrow Ruler delivers that truth in seconds by quantifying trench depth, confirming opener consistency row-to-row, and revealing whether closing action creates a firm “vein” over the seed or a glossy smear that repels moisture. Because no-till soils vary by texture and residue load, managers should measure, adjust, and re-measure rather than “set and forget.” This evidence-based loop reduces e...