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Shank-mounted row chop opener

  • US 6,116,172 A
  • Filed: 10/23/1998
  • Issued: 09/12/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/23/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A ground opener assembly attachable to a mounting device and connectable to a seed distribution system that is conveyed by an off road vehicle comprising:

  • a downwardly-pointing spike member attachable to said mounting device conveyed by said vehicle for engagement with the ground so as to form a furrow therein;

    a seed sensor in communication with said seed distribution system through which seed is dispensed into said furrow;

    a seed boot enclosing said seed sensor; and

    a firming point positioned between said spike member and said seed boot.

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