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Tractor Horsepower and Weight Recommendations for Lime Spreaders

One of the most common questions customers ask when considering a Stoltzfus lime spreader is, "What size tractor do I need?" While this may seem like a straightforward question, the answer depends on multiple factors beyond just horsepower. The weight and braking capability of the tractor play a critical role in safely operating a spreader, Read more Tractor Horsepower and Weight Recommendations for Lime Spreaders

Choosing a Spreader

What Is a Lime Buggy? Understanding the Equipment Behind the Name

When soil pH levels plummet below 6.0, crop yields can drop by as much as 40% in some regions. That's when farmers reach for their Read more What Is a Lime Buggy? Understanding the Equipment Behind the Name

Choosing a Spreader

Choosing the Right Lime Spreader: Wet Lime Spreader, Redhawk, or Bulk Material Spreader?

Selecting the right lime and fertilizer spreader is crucial for achieving optimal performance, efficiency, and the best results in your fields. At Stoltzfus Spreaders, we Read more Choosing the Right Lime Spreader: Wet Lime Spreader, Redhawk, or Bulk Material Spreader?

Row Crop Spreaders

Introduction to Row Crop Spreaders

A row crop spreader is a high-capacity, high-clearance agricultural implement designed for large-scale growers to efficiently apply lime, fertilizer, compost, chicken litter, and gypsum over Read more Introduction to Row Crop Spreaders

Agricultural Spreaders

Why Soil Testing and the Right Ag Lime Spreader Are the First Steps Toward Healthier, More Productive Fields

Understanding your soil's condition is the foundation of effective field management. Soil testing provides valuable insight into your soil's chemical and physical properties—knowledge that plays Read more Why Soil Testing and the Right Ag Lime Spreader Are the First Steps Toward Healthier, More Productive Fields

Choosing a Spreader, Soil Health

Agricultural Spreaders: Precision Tools for Boosting Crop Yields and Soil Health

Farming may be rooted in tradition, but the tools that support its success have come a long way. Among these innovations, agricultural spreaders are essential Read more Agricultural Spreaders: Precision Tools for Boosting Crop Yields and Soil Health

Choosing a Spreader

Gypsum Spreaders or Lime Spreaders: Matching Soil Amendments to Farm Needs

Corn and soybean farmers face various soil challenges that can significantly impact crop yield and profitability. Understanding whether your fields need gypsum or lime is Read more Gypsum Spreaders or Lime Spreaders: Matching Soil Amendments to Farm Needs

Soil Health

Soil Testing and a Stoltzfus Lime Spreader: The Key to Smarter Lime Application

Before spreading lime, every experienced grower knows that it pays to start with a soil test. While years of hands-on experience offer invaluable insight, visual Read more Soil Testing and a Stoltzfus Lime Spreader: The Key to Smarter Lime Application

Soil Health

Understanding Nature’s Cycles: Your Guide to Better Nutrient Management with a Litter Spreader

Every time you spread lime, fertilizer, or chicken litter on your fields, you're not just adding nutrients – you're participating in nature's grand cycles that Read more Understanding Nature’s Cycles: Your Guide to Better Nutrient Management with a Litter Spreader

Ground Drive Spreading

Regenerative Agriculture: Building Soil Health with Lime and Fertilizer Spreaders

Modern farming faces unprecedented challenges, from rising input costs to unpredictable weather patterns. Regenerative agriculture offers a systematic approach to addressing these challenges while building long-term soil health. At its core, this farming philosophy focuses on restoring soil biology and organic matter—with proper nutrient management using lime and fertilizer spreaders playing a crucial role in its Read more Regenerative Agriculture: Building Soil Health with Lime and Fertilizer Spreaders