Douglas SWCD now has 2 drills to rent!
Rent one of the 10′ Haybuster No-Till Drills
Each drill has 2 boxes available for seed mixes and one small box for legumes. These drills work well for seeding native grasses, alfalfa, soybeans, and small grain. No-till reduces soil erosion and increases water infiltration rates.
Please note the updated rental rates for 2024 – Effective Jan. 9
Rental Rates:
In County:
$10.00 per acre with a $150.00 minimum.
$8.00 per acre for planting cover crops with a $150 minimum. (Up to district discretion)
Tractor and Drill Rental -Available in county only- (Service Includes 1 operator, tractor and drill. The price for seeding is charged by the amount of acres planted plus minimum fee) $300 Minimum and $30 per acre after. ** Seed not included in price but available for purchase. Seed prices may vary. Call the office for a quote.**
Out of County:
$13.00 per acre with a $150 minimum. Plus an additional $150 out of county delivery fee.
– A Douglas SWCD technician will deliver, calibrate, and adjust the drill to planting depth desired on site.
Call the Douglas SWCD at 320-763-3191 ext.3 to reserve the drill.
Cleaning/Maintenance Fee
In addition a $150 fee will be added if equipment is not returned in a similar condition to how it was dropped off. This means all seed must be removed from the seed boxes and mud cleaned from the drill.