Water always where it should be
Reconsolidating in strips just in the actual seeding zone allows the seed to be connected to the ground water found deeper without bringing the full capillary effect up to the soil surface. This ensures that the seedling is supplied with water (1) without any evaporation on the surface (2). The soil is not dried out unnecessarily. This ensures good germination, even under dry conditions.
In wet conditions, however, the unconsolidated strips between the seed rows allow water to infiltrate down deeper (3). This enables an adequate gaseous exchange (4) – vital oxygen can reach the young roots, even as they grow deeper into the soil. The best conditions for good germination and successful seedling development of the crops.
