Meadow harrows

pointed tow (also called “meadow harrowing”) is an agricultural measure in which meadow areas are harrowed in spring with a so-called train The goal is to maintain the turf and promote plant growth.

 Goals of meadow dragging:

1. Level molehills and uneven areas
   → This creates an even surface, making mowing easier.
2. Remove old, dead plant material (scarification)
   → This allows light and air to reach the young grass more easily.
3. Closing gaps in the turf
   → By spreading soil and seeds, the turf becomes denser.
4. Ventilation and stimulation of growth
   → The slight injury to the turf stimulates root growth.

 Equipment:

• Meadow harrow / meadow harrow / harrow
  → Usually a grid-like metal device that is pulled on the tractor.
• There are simple models for small tractors and larger versions for professional agriculture.

Optimal time:

• Spring (March–April), as soon as the soil stable, but not too wet at a hunt.
• Towing when it is too wet can do more harm than good, as it will damage the turf.

For whom does meadow hauling make sense?

• For farmers to maintain permanent grassland
• For horse or cattle owners to maintain pastures
• Even hobby farmers can maintain meadows and pastures with small equipment