Patent ID: 7263936
Filing Date: 2007-09-04
Classification: A01C

Abstract:
1. A ground preparation and modification device for use in connection with a machine adapted to move over the ground for transplanting seedlings, the machine including conveying means for conveying seedlings in soil plugs into a planting position, characterized in that the device extends generally parallel to the direction of motion of the machines and comprises: two elongated members joined in a substantially parallel relationship to define therebetween a planting slot having a substantially uniform width, each elongated member having a substantially flat underneath surface configured to contact and exert a pressure upon the ground thereby to grade the ground during forward motion of the device to generate desirable planting conditions for the seedlings, the planting slot positioned to accommodate each soil plug in said planting position; and a ground cutting blade integral with and projecting forward of each device in general alignment with the planting slot, to cut open the ground in front of the device during forward motion of the machine.