Planting Depth Accuracy Checklist

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Pre-Planting Assessment & Planning

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Initial checks and planning to ensure accurate planting depth is considered from the beginning.

Review Crop Plan for Depth Recommendations

Target Planting Depth (inches)

Soil Map Available for Planting Area?

Notes on Potential Soil Variability

Seed Size (mm)

Known Soil Compaction Issues?

Equipment Calibration & Setup

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Ensuring planting equipment is correctly calibrated and adjusted for optimal depth control.

Planter Depth Setting (inches)

Target Depth (inches) - Based on Seed Type

Unit of Measurement

Row Spacing (inches)

Notes on Adjustments Made to Depth Control System

Furrow Opener Type

Gauge Wheel Pressure (PSI)

Soil Conditions & Considerations

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Acknowledging how soil type, moisture, and compaction influence planting depth requirements.

Soil Type Predominance?

Soil Moisture Level (Scale of 1-10, 1=Dry, 10=Saturated)

Describe any observed soil compaction issues.

Soil Drainage Characteristics?

Soil Bulk Density (g/cm³)

Any visible signs of erosion or runoff?

Seed Type Specifics

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Addressing how different seed types have varying ideal planting depths.

Select Seed Type:

Reference Seed Variety Information:

Recommended Planting Depth (inches):

Note any specific variety recommendations for planting depth:

Is this a new variety being planted?

Adjusted Planting Depth (inches - if applicable):

Reason for Depth Adjustment (if applicable):

Depth Verification During Planting

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Real-time checks during the planting process to confirm depth accuracy.

Planting Depth (inches)

Depth Measurement Method

Number of Test Depths Checked

Depth Consistency

Notes on Depth Variation (if applicable)

Average Deviation from Target Depth (inches)

Post-Planting Observation & Adjustment

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Evaluating seedling emergence and adjusting planting depth for subsequent runs if needed.

Days After Planting (DAP) for Initial Emergence Observation

Emergence Rate (Overall)

Percentage of Seedlings Exhibiting 'Deep Planting' Symptoms (e.g., Leggy Stems)

Describe any noticeable emergence abnormalities observed.

Overall Assessment of Planting Depth Outcome

Adjustment Made to Planting Depth (in inches/mm)

Date of Adjustment

Describe adjustments made to planting equipment and rationale behind them.

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