ABSTRACT:

Mechanization in agriculture plays a crucial role in reducing labor and improving crop productivity. In conventional practice, tilling, furrow formation, and seed sowing are carried out separately, requiring more time, labor, and cost. This work presents the design and development of an attachment to a rotavator that performs multiple functions in a single pass. The proposed attachment can form furrows after rotor tilling and simultaneously sowing maize (corn) seeds on the sides of the furrows. The methodology includes conceptual design, CAD modeling, material selection, and prototype fabrication. Field trials demonstrated that the developed attachment reduces operation time by approximately 40% compared to traditional methods, ensures uniform seed placement, and is cost-effective. This innovation offers a simple yet efficient solution to small and medium-scale farmers. Overall, the developed equipment provides practical and efficient solution for small and medium scale farmers.