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Methods of Seeding 
Fall seedings of both grains and grasses can be made either by 
drilling or broadcast. In experiments comparing the two methods 
of seeding grains, better yields have usually been obtained from 
drilling, and this is the method commonly used by Eastern States 
members. More uniform distribution of seed, and more uniform 
depth of covering, result in a higher percentage of germination and 
emergence, and a more even stand with less seed used. Some feel 
that the holding of snow by the ridges of soil left by the drill discs 
or hoes is beneficial. 
On well-prepared seedbeds containing plenty of moisture 1 to 14% 
inches is a sufficient depth to sow winter grains and vetch. In dry 
seasons the depth should be 2 to 3 inches. Timothy and other 
grasses should be seeded about as shallow as possible and still be 
covered. 
Where grain drills with seed attachments are used, a common and 
sound practice is to sow timothy at the same time as the grain. 
The seeder attachment tubes can be adjusted so that the seed will 
fall just behind the discs or hoes between the loose soil particles so 
that it will be covered by the first rainfall. Some drills are equipped 
