– The new version of the Carrier 925 means that we are able to go from two disc axles at 12.5cm disc spacing, to three disc axles with only 8.3cm spacing. The machine is built for ultra-shallow tillage with the Väderstad CrossCutter Disc, says Wolfram Hastolz, Commercial Manager Tillage equipment, at Väderstad, and continues:
– The third row of CrossCutter Discs on Carrier narrows the disc spacing to 8.3cm. This means that the tillage intensity, fine-tilth creation and residue mixing in the topsoil increases drastically. This in turn leads to higher germination rates of weeds and leftover seeds, which the farmer is then able to eliminate with a second pass.
– Väderstad invented the ultra-shallow tillage concept in 2017. In 2025 we take the next step, adding even more intensity for full cut-out in the topsoil. We believe that this machine will be an important tool to fight resistant weeds, such as blackgrass, says Wolfram Hastolz.
Väderstad provides modern agriculture with innovative, highly efficient agricultural machinery and methods. By simplifying work and improving results for the farmer, the company's vision is to become the world's leading partner for outstanding emergence. The group is family owned and the head office is located in Väderstad, Sweden. Väderstad is represented in 40 countries and on all continents. In 2023, Väderstad had 2,200 employees and a turnover of 610 MEUR.