Disk tilling is a land preparation method that uses a heavy-duty disk harrow to break up compacted soil, mix organic material, and improve soil aeration. It helps enhance water infiltration, reduce soil erosion, and create a better seedbed for planting crops, grass, or trees. It’s an essential step for improving soil health and preparing land for agricultural or landscaping purposes.
The best time for disk tilling depends on the specific land use goals, but it’s typically done in early spring or fall when the soil is not too wet or too dry. Tilling in the fall can help incorporate organic matter before winter, while spring tilling prepares the soil for planting season.
Disk tilling and plowing serve different purposes. Disk tilling is often preferred because: