Reducing the risk of soil compaction by applying 'Jordværn Online'® when performing slurry distribution

Abstract

Through a case study, it is shown that the potential of applying JORDVÆRN Online® as a decision-making tool aimed at supporting sustainable in-field traffic provided the farmer with the potential to improve and maintain the soil as a continued growth medium for the future agri-food production. The combination of CTF and optimal selected tyre configurations provides the farmer with the potential of cropping agricultural land without creating permanent soil compaction. Additional, the case study indicates an urgent need for the development of alternative systems for in-field traffic in wet conditions, e.g. multiple-axle trailers with real low-inflation tyres. © 2011 Taylor & Francis.