PROJECTS IN FARM MACHINERY OPERATION 283 



259. Preparation of Land for Planting. (Figs. 306 



and 306-a.) 



Requirements: To operate horse-drawn and tractor-drawn 

 implements in the preparation of a seed bed. To become 

 familiar with all the details of operation, determine cost 



FIG. 306-a. Disking with tractor power. 

 of preparing land for planting by the two methods, and 

 compare the results obtained. 



Tools and Equipment Needed: Implements and power avail- 

 able for the particular job. 



Preliminary Instruction: A well-prepared seed bed is essen- 

 tial to a good crop, and the work done at the least ex- 

 pense means the greatest income to the operator. 



