Determining the rate of fertilizer per 1,000 sq. Set the spreader at the setting suggested on the bag for your spreader. This is a suggested setting only. Spread the material along the open area you have chosen. Walk at the pace you normally will during actual applications in yards.
Many spreaders are dependent on walking speed along with spreader settings.
Start your walk before your measured start point to ensure accurate calculations. Weigh the amount of material left in the spreader. Measure the length and width of the area covered. Calculate the amount applied per 1,000 sq. Adjust the spreader setting to adjust your rate to spread less material and repeat the test process to spread 3.2 lbs fertilizer per 1,000 sq.