HI
TNAU has developed a rice transplanter , you can contact them for the purchase.
TNAU Paddy Transplanter
1. Function : For transplanting mat type paddy seedlings. Suitable for all
transplanted type paddy varieties.
2. Specification :
i. Type : Manually operated
ii. Power requirement : One operator and one labour to transport mat
Seedlings
iii. Overall dimensions : 1230 x 1250 x 835 mm
iv. Weight : 17 kg
v. Capacity : 0.25 ha / day
3. General Information
The machine consists of a seedling tray, forks, handle and skids. By pressing the handle, the forks pick-up the seedlings and plant them in 6 rows. For every stroke of the handle the seedling tray moves side wards for uniform picking of seedlings by the forks. The operator has to pull the machine while punching the handle at the desired spacing. The Row to row spacing is 200 mm.
4. Cost of the unit : Rs. 5,000/-
5. Salient features : Planting can be done in 6 rows at a time.
Regards
Ashwini
