What is a Drop Spreader?
Drop spreaders are handy farming devices that are used to evenly spread seeds and fertilizer in a garden area. Smaller models work very well in home gardens while larger designs can be attached to tractors and used to cultivate larger tracts of land. Because of the function of a drop spreader, the equipment can also be used to sow grass seeds when cultivating a lawn. While the design will vary somewhat from one drop spreader to another, the basic operation remains the same. As the spreader is moved forward, seeds or other matter are released from a hopper. The release is measured, ensuring an even coat at the machinery progresses. It is possible to control the quantity of seeds or fertilizer released by adjusting the drop spreader settings prior to beginning the spreading procedure. While it is possible to purchase a drop spreader that is designed for spreading one particular element, many of the spreaders are multipurpose. This means the same equipment can function as a fertilizer dro
