Abstract: A pivotally retractable seed planting apparatus that comprises a main frame assembly, a pivoting transverse member, a pivotally retractable transverse member, a lift system, a set of retractable wheels, a plurality of set of transverse member wheels, a hitching pole member, a central transverse member and a set of frame wheels.

Abstract: A pivotally retractable seed planting apparatus that comprises a main frame assembly, a pivoting transverse member, a pivotally retractable transverse member, a lift system, a set of retractable wheels, a plurality of set of transverse member wheels, a hitching pole member, a central transverse member and a set of frame wheels.

Abstract: A method of distributing at least one product on a ground surface with a drill having two sets of seeding units connected to a distribution system. A desired distribution pattern is selected between a separate pattern, where a first one of the at least one product is distributed through only the first sets of seeding units, and a mixed pattern, where the first product is distributed through both sets of seeding units. A distribution system is provided, defining a communication between the two sets of seeding units and a reservoir of the drill. When the separate pattern is selected, first and second sections of the distribution system are configured such that only the first section is in communication with the first set of seeding units, and the first product is received from the reservoir in the first section for distribution through only the first set of seeding units.

Abstract: A method of distributing at least one product on a ground surface with a drill having two sets of seeding units connected to a distribution system. A desired distribution pattern is selected between a separate pattern, where a first one of the at least one product is distributed through only the first sets of seeding units, and a mixed pattern, where the first product is distributed through both sets of seeding units. A distribution system is provided, defining a communication between the two sets of seeding units and a reservoir of the drill. When the separate pattern is selected, first and second sections of the distribution system are configured such that only the first section is in communication with the first set of seeding units, and the first product is received from the reservoir in the first section for distribution through only the first set of seeding units.

Abstract: A distribution system for a drill, having a body defining first and second outlets in communication with a delivery system of the drill. The body includes at least two first and two second containment units. The first containment units are in communication with only a first one of the two outlets, and the second containment units are in communication with only a second one of the two outlets. A separation system in a separate configuration opens a communication between the first containment units and a communication between the second containment units, with the first containment units being separate from the second containment units. The separation system in the mixed configuration closes the communication between the first containment units and the communication between the second containment units. Two different products can thus alternately be distributed separately or together.

Abstract: A drill for seeds and/or solid fertilizer having a support frame and a plurality of planter row units extending transversally of the direction of travel which are separated in first, second and third groups. A central member supports the first group and is attached to the support frame in a transverse manner so that the units of the first group are in contact with the ground in an operational position. First and second outer members respectively support the second and third groups and are attached respectively to a first and second end of the central member so that the outer members can rest in a first operational position collinear with the central member with the units of the second and third groups in contact with the ground, in a second position parallel to and over the central member, and in a third position perpendicular to and over the central member.

Abstract: A method of distributing first and second products on a ground surface, including selecting a desired distribution pattern between a separate pattern; providing a drill having two sets of seeding units connected to a distribution system; configuring first and second sections of the distribution system according to the selected distribution pattern, each of the first and second sections being in communication with a single respective one of the sets of seeding units when the separate pattern is selected, each of the first and second sections being in communication with the two sets of seeding units when the mixed pattern is selected; receiving the first product in the first section and the second product in the second section; and distributing the first and second products through the seeding units according to the selected distribution pattern.

Abstract: A distribution system for a drill including a body having at least two outlets defined therein and having at least two separate hollow sections configurable into a selected one of separate and mixed configurations. Each of the sections in the separate configuration is in communication with a single respective one of the outlets such that the distribution system is adapted to separately distribute the product received in each of the sections through the single respective one of the outlets. Each of the sections in the mixed configuration is in communication with the at least two outlets such that the distribution system is adapted to simultaneously distribute the product received in each of the sections through the at least two outlets.

Abstract: A drill for seeds and/or solid fertilizer having a support frame and a plurality of planter row units extending transversally of the direction of travel which are separated in first, second and third groups. A central member supports the first group and is attached to the support frame in a transverse manner so that the units of the first group are in contact with the ground in an operational position. First and second outer members respectively support the second and third groups and are attached respectively to a first and second end of the central member so that the outer members can rest in a first operational position collinear with the central member with the units of the second and third groups in contact with the ground, in a second position parallel to and over the central member, and in a third position perpendicular to and over the central member.

Abstract: A drill (10) adapted to distribute at least one of seeds and solid fertilizer, the drill (10) comprising a support frame (12) supported by at least two rear wheels (16) aft thereof, a main reservoir (20) installed on a rear portion (12b) of the support frame (12), the main reservoir (20) forming a receptacle with an at least partially open top to receive the at least one of the seeds and the solid fertilizer, the main reservoir having an outlet in a lower portion thereof a secondary reservoir (32) installed on a front portion of the support frame (12) and having an at least partially open top, a distribution system in communication with the secondary reservoir (32) for distributing the at least one of the seeds and fertilizer; and a conveyor (30) in communication with the outlet in the main reservoir (20) and extending to the secondary reservoir (32) such as to carry the at least one of the seeds and the solid fertilizer from the main reservoir (20) to the secondary reservoir (32), whereby the at least one of

Abstract: A distribution system for a drill including a body having at least two outlets defined therein and having at least two separate hollow sections configurable into a selected one of separate and mixed configurations. Each of the sections in the separate configuration is in communication with a single respective one of the outlets such that the distribution system is adapted to separately distribute the product received in each of the sections through the single respective one of the outlets. Each of the sections in the mixed configuration is in communication with the at least two outlets such that the distribution system is adapted to simultaneously distribute the product received in each of the sections through the at least two outlets.

Abstract: A drill (10) adapted to distribute at least one of seeds and solid fertilizer, the drill (10) comprising a support frame (12) supported by at least two rear wheels (16) aft thereof, a main reservoir (20) installed on a rear portion (12b) of the support frame (12), the main reservoir (20) forming a receptacle with an at least partially open top to receive the at least one of the seeds and the solid fertilizer, the main reservoir having an outlet in a lower portion thereof a secondary reservoir (32) installed on a front portion of the support frame (12) and having an at least partially open top, a distribution system in communication with the secondary reservoir (32) for distributing the at least one of the seeds and fertilizer; and a conveyor (30) in communication with the outlet in the main reservoir (20) and extending to the secondary reservoir (32) such as to carry the at least one of the seeds and the solid fertilizer from the main reservoir (20) to the secondary reservoir (32), whereby the at least one of