Slide 1. Introduction Slide 2: components of drum seeder Slide 3: Land preparation for direct sowing of paddy Slide 4: Seed preparation for drum seeder Slide 5: working of drum seeder Slide 6: Irrigation Slide 7: video for assembly of drum seeder and filling of seeds in drum seeder. Slide 8: Thank you.

1. Er. Naveen Kumar
Subject Matter Specialist
(Farm machinery & Power)
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gopalganj
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Bihar
Working Function of Drum Seeder for direct
seeding of Paddy

3. 1. Puddle the land and level thoroughly.
2. Drain out excess water before sowing, but do not let the soil surface become dry.
Field preparation

4. 3. Pre-germinate the rice seeds - do not let shoots become too long. Growth for 24 h is
usually sufficient.
4. Air-dry the sprouted seeds in the shade for about 10-15 minutes before sowing to facilitate
singling/separation of seeds.
Seeds preparation

5. 5. Sow the seeds with drum seeder:
Do not fill drums more than about 2/3 full. Walk at steady speed.
6.Increase the depth of water gradually as the seedlings grow but do not completely
submerge seedlings.

6. 7.Do not irrigate for 2-3 days after sowing to allow roots to anchor.
Take care during the wet season as rainfall immediately after seeding may wash away the
newly sown seeds.
8. Floodwater can rise as the seedlings grow to give better control of weeds.

7. Assembly, filling of seeds and working function of drum seeder:
Video
Approximate Cost: Rs. 5000