Discing

Discing is a farming practice that involves using a disc harrow to break up and till soil. A disc harrow is a cultivation tool with a series of concave metal discs that rotate as they are pulled through the field. These discs cut into the soil, breaking up clods, mixing in crop residue, and preparing a seedbed. Discing can be done as a primary tillage operation, breaking up freshly plowed ground, or as secondary tillage, smoothing and refining the soil surface before planting. The depth and intensity of discing can be adjusted by changing the angle of the discs and the weight of the implement. This practice helps to conserve moisture, control weeds, and incorporate fertilizers or amendments into the soil. It is a common method used in agriculture worldwide for preparing land for various crops.