Summers Manufacturing Unveils Strip Till Tools for All Operation Sizes

Summers Manufacturing announced a new strip till equipment line featuring two models: the Verdant and the Apex. These units are designed to provide farmers with solutions for precision strip tillage and fertilizer application.

“Our new strip till equipment line represents Summers Manufacturing’s commitment to developing tools that help farmers maximize efficiency and yields while promoting sustainable farming practices,” said Matthew Volkmar, director of sales and marketing. “The Verdant and Apex models combine superior engineering with practical design to deliver reliable performance in a variety of field conditions.”

Features Across Both Models

The new strip till equipment line offers farmers standard features:

• Hydraulic systems requiring minimum 50 gallon per minute at 3,000 psi
• Row units with coulter unit requirement of 15 hp per row and shank unit requirement of 25 hp per row
• Comprehensive one-year parts and labor warranty
• Individual scales per bin section for accurate application monitoring
• 3-inch fertilizer delivery lines for efficient nutrient placement
• ISO Raven RCM rate controller and section control standard on all dry fertilizer units
• Factory-installed and calibrated ISO rate controllers

Tank features include:

• Large openings for quick and easy filling
• Adaptable bolt-together structure
• Easy-to-clean design
• 10-gauge 304 stainless steel construction
• Stainless steel filter grating system

Verdant: for Small- to Mid-Size Operations

The Verdant model offers flexibility for farmers with small to medium operations:

• Available in 15-foot or 30-foot toolbar configurations
• Two dry fertilizer options capable of applying up to 900 lbs at 5 mph at 60 inches of water column pressure: 
• 12-ton 2-bin system with 50/50 split
• 14-ton 2-bin system with 50/50 split 
• Liquid fertilizer is an option

Customizable options include:

• GPS globe bracket
• Tillage coulter assembly
• Multiple row configurations (6, 8, or 12 rows)
• Various row spacing options (20, 22, or 30 inches)
• Rear hitch for anhydrous toolbar
• Option to deduct Raven RCM Rate Controller

Apex: For Custom Applicators and Large-Scale Operations

The Apex model delivers capacity and versatility for larger farming operations:

• Available in 30-, 40-, or 60-foot toolbar configurations
• Five dry fertilizer options capable of applying up to 1,200 lbs at 5 mph at 60 inches of water column pressure
• 14-ton 2-bin system with 60/40 split
• 14-ton 3-bin system with 40/20/40 split
• 17-ton 2-bin system with 60/40 split
• 17-ton 3-bin system with 40/20/40 split
• Liquid fertilizer is an option;
• Standard equipment includes auto grease system, hydraulic jack, and electric tarp

Additional options include:

• GPS globe bracket
• Tillage coulter assembly
• Multiple row configurations (12, 16, 24, 32, or 36 rows)
• Multiple row spacing options (20, 22, or 30 inches)
• Rear hitch for anhydrous toolbar
• Option to deduct Raven RCM Rate Controller

“Strip tillage continues to gain popularity as farmers seek to break traditional barriers. Strip till allows precision placement of nutrients where crops need them most,” Volkmar added. “Our new Verdant and Apex models give farmers the tools they need to implement this practice effectively and efficiently, regardless of operation size.”

The new equipment will be available through authorized Summers strip till dealers beginning May 2025. For more information, visit summersmfg.com or contact your local Summers Manufacturing strip till dealer.