Fertiliser Spreader
Applies solid fertiliser; some models also spread lime.
What it is used for
Applies solid fertiliser; some models also spread lime.
How to operate it
Load the correct material, unfold if needed, activate spreading and use the full working width with minimal overlap.
Selection and setup
Check the in-game shop for power requirement, working width, capacity, supported fill types, hitch/header compatibility and optional configurations before purchase or leasing.
Operating procedure
Before starting, confirm the machine is compatible with the crop/material and that the power unit meets the shop requirement. Attach or enter the machine, unfold/prepare it, position at the start of the work area, lower/activate the working components where applicable, then work consistent passes at the machine’s rated working speed. Monitor fill level, material type and missed strips. Stop/lift the working parts before tight headland turns, reposition, then resume.
Before you buy or lease
Check working width, working speed, power requirement, capacity, supported fill/crop types, hitch/header compatibility, wheel/tyre options and whether the tool combines another field operation. Lease highly specialised equipment when it will only be used for a small acreage.
Compatibility & attachments
This shows what the equipment connects to, which attachment families work with it, and what each combination is used for. For a specific model, the in-game shop Combinations panel is the final compatibility check.
| Compatible connection / attachment | Used for | Important notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor rear 3-point | Spread solid fertiliser; some models also spread lime. | Check supported fill types in the shop. |
Procedure
- Check the field requirement and fill the fertiliser spreader with the correct material (solid fertiliser or lime).
- Match the machine to a tractor with enough power and, for crop-care work, choose tyres that minimise crop damage when that setting is enabled.
- Unfold/enable the applicator and start from a straight edge.
- Use the machine working width as your spacing reference so adjacent passes meet without large overlaps or untreated strips.
- Monitor tank/hopper level and refill before running dry.
- For ordinary fertilisation, remember that the two full fertilisation stages normally need a crop growth stage between them unless a supported double-application method is being used.
Detailed procedure guides
Alternative options
Liquid fertiliser sprayer.
Manure spreader.
Slurry/digestate tanker.
Oilseed radish catch crop.
Practical tips
- Unload remaining lime before filling fertiliser if the same machine is used for both.
- Operate at the tool’s rated working speed and allow space at headlands for clean turns.