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Mini Rotavator- features, Benefits, & more.

Modern agricultural machinery is increasingly being used in agricultural work today. Farming and gardening can be done with less labor by using agricultural machines and equipment. Aside from that, using these agri machinery saves time and lowers crop costs. This is beneficial to the farmer.

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Let's Know More About Mini Rotavator

Modern agricultural machinery is increasingly being used in agricultural work today. Farming and gardening can be done with less labor by using agricultural machines and equipment. Aside from that, using these agri machinery saves time and lowers crop costs. This is beneficial to the farmer.

We continue to provide farmers with information about modern agricultural machines through Tractor News regularly. Today in this series, we will discuss the use, benefits, price, and subsidy of a mini rotavator.

What is a Mini Rotavator?

A ‘mini rotavator’ is a scaled-down version of a normal rotavator. The unique feature of these mini rotavators is their lightweight and small size, allowing them to be easily transported and used anywhere. Many small farm tasks can be easily completed with the assistance of a rotavator.

Farmers can easily complete tasks such as ploughing and harvesting with this machine. In the country, mini rotavators are mostly used in vegetable crops, horticulture crops, and sugarcane crops.

Types of Mini Rotavator 

There are various types of rotavators. Different companies add various features and facilities to the rotavators they manufacture. There are three types of rotavators available in India based on the blades.

There are rotavators with J-type blades, C-type blades, and L-type blades. L-type blade rotavators are more common in this application. Aside from that, there are two types of rotavators on the market.

1. Mini Hand Rotavator- This mini rotavator is operated with one's hands. They're not too heavy. It is simple to transport them from one location to another.

2. Mini Tractor Rotavator- This type of rotavator is powered by a tractor. These rotavators are used following the tractor's capacity.

Read more: Top 4 Rotavator for Farming in India – Price, and Features

Mini Rotavator Manufacturing Companies in India

There are many companies manufacturing mini rotavators in India. Out of these, rotavators of major 12 companies are more prevalent in the market.

  1. Mahindra Mini Rotavator
  2. Shaktiman Mini Rotavator
  3. Kirloskar Mini Rotavator
  4. Sonalika Mini Rotavator
  5. Fieldking Mini Rotavator
  6. Garuda Mini Rotavator
  7. Universal Mini Rotavator
  8. Landforce Mini Rotavator
  9. Khedut Mini Rotavator
  10. VST Mini Rotavator
  11. Soil Mini Rotavator
  12. Captain Mini Rotavator

Benefits of Mini Rotavators 

The mini rotavator operates in the same manner as the large rotavator. The only difference is that they have a lower power capacity and are smaller in size. The following are the advantages of using a rotavator/mini rotavator:

  • A rotavator can plough any type of soil.
  • This allows land to be prepared for sugarcane, cotton, bananas, and jowar, among other crops.
  • It quickly prepares the soil and retains moisture in it, allowing it to be fully utilized in the crop.
  • Using a rotavator can save between 15 and 35 percent of the fuel.
  • It can operate smoothly and efficiently in both dry and wet environments.
  • The rotavator can tillage soil to depths ranging from 125 mm to 1500 mm.
  • With the help of this machine, seed sowing can be completed in less time.
  • Plowing takes less time with this rotavator than with other machines.
  • It is also used in the field to remove the remains of previous crops.

How much subsidy is available for a mini rotavator?

Under the Krishi Yantra Anudan Yojana run by the government, up to 50 percent subsidy is given to the farmers on the purchase of rotavators. These subsidies may vary from state to state as per the rules there. For information on subsidies, you can contact by visiting the office of the Agriculture Department of your district or block level.

What is the Price of a Mini Rotavator in India? 

When it comes to the price of a mini rotavator, is determined differently depending on the company's rotavator specifications. Its cost is determined by its features and power capacity. If we consider the estimated price, the price of a mini rotavator in the market ranges from Rs. 10,000 to 1.5 lakh.

Read more: Types of Tillage Implements – Primary & Secondary Tillage Equipment

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