Question: Regarding the welded piece in the photograph on your CIH planter for pop-up: Can you explain the advantage of your system for where the pop-up is placed in relation to the seed vs. the standard pop-up application?

Answer: The fertilizer ends up under the seed rather than on the seed. This helps to prevent seed burn and reduced stands.

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