Question

What are the advantages of zero till drill?

Answer 1

Zero till drill was moreefficient as the crop could be sown in large areas within a limited time of moisture availability. The cost of zero till drill is Rs.45,000 to 60,000. The main advantages include: Saves irrigation water up to 10-15% during first irrigation.

Answer 2

Zero till drill became more efficient if the crop could be sown in big areas within a limited time of availability of moisture.

The price of zero till drill is Rs.45,000 to 60,000. The main advantages include: Saving of  irrigation water up to 10-15% during first attempt.

The most important advantage of conservation tillage systems is significantly lower  soil erosion due to wind and water.

Other advantages include reduced fuel and labourcost. However, increased may be achieved  with adoption of conservation tillage systems.