Rental Equipment & No-Till Planting
Equipment rental program for conservation practices including no-till drilling and interseeding in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County No-Till Drill Details
Complete specifications and capabilities of our Esch 5505 no-till drill available for rental.
PA No-Till Equipment Spreadsheet
Comprehensive list of no-till equipment available throughout Pennsylvania.
Esch 5505 No-Till Drill
5ft 6in no-till drill with 5.5" row spacing for pasture renovation, cover crops, and wildlife habitat.
Drill Usage Video
User video explaining the Esch 5505 drill and instructions for proper use.
Benefits of No-Till Planting
Reduced erosion, improved soil structure, increased organic matter, and wildlife habitat.
Interseeding Practices
Planting cover crops between corn rows for better establishment and soil protection.
Rental Information & Contact
Contact Abby at 610-489-4506 x24 or areiter@montgomeryconservation.org
Penn State Extension Guide
Comprehensive guide to cover crop interseeding for improved success in corn.
NRCS CIG Grant Results
Lessons learned and feasibility findings from our conservation innovation grant.