High tunnels and hoop houses expand the growing season by protecting plants from harsh weather conditions and allowing farmers to control the temperature and water for their crops. They allow people to get into the ground and start producing crops earlier. Growing earlier into the spring, later into the fall, and sometimes, year-round.
To maximize the usable growing space within a tunnel, crops need to be spaced tightly and up against low, sloping walls. Large equipment would hardly fit through the door, let alone maneuver adequately or safely within a high tunnel. This often leads people to believe soil-work must all be done by hand, but Two-Wheel Tractors are perfectly suited for tight spaces.
The rotating handlebars of BCS tractors can be offset to either side, allowing growers to work the soil all the way up to the tunnel walls. Shuttle reverse allows you to instantly back out of tight spaces with the flip of a lever. Differential drive allows you to pivot in place and maneuver through narrow walkways and gates with ease.
BCS tractors are also lightweight and produce minimal soil compaction, another benefit over larger equipment.
Check out the maneuverability in action on YouTube here.
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Extend Your Growing Season with High Tunnels
Posted: November 7, 2024
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