Plow
A plow is a machine used in farming for the initial cultivation of soil in preparation for sowing or planting seeds. A plow loosens and turns soil. Plows were traditionally pulled by working animals such as horses or cattle, but in modern times, plows are pulled by tractors. A plow may be made of wood, iron, or steel.
The primary purpose of plowing is to turn over the upper layer of the soil and bring fresh nutrients to the surface. The plow buries weeds, the remains of previous crops, and left-over seeds, allowing them all to break down and create healthy soil.
History of Plows
When agriculture was first developed, simple hand held digging sticks or hoes would have been used. In order to regularly grow crops in less fertile areas, the soil must be turned to bring nutrients to the surface. Plows were initially human powered but the process became much more efficient once animals were used. The first animal powered plows were pulled by oxen and later by horses and mules.
The first mechanical means of pulling a plow was steam-powered. This important innovation was introduced into Europe around 600 AD. Modern ploughs are mounted on tractors.
Price of Plows
The typical price of a plow is around $50,000.
History of Plows
When agriculture was first developed, simple hand held digging sticks or hoes would have been used. In order to regularly grow crops in less fertile areas, the soil must be turned to bring nutrients to the surface. Plows were initially human powered but the process became much more efficient once animals were used. The first animal powered plows were pulled by oxen and later by horses and mules.
The first mechanical means of pulling a plow was steam-powered. This important innovation was introduced into Europe around 600 AD. Modern ploughs are mounted on tractors.
Price of Plows
The typical price of a plow is around $50,000.