Tractors and Agricultural Machinery

This book covers basic information and working of different sub assemblies that make a tractor. Besides, an extensive coverage is also provided on various implements, equipment and machinery developed in India for various agricultural operations viz., land preparation, sowing/planting, weeding, plant protection, harvest, threshing, post harvest and agro processing. Information on agriculture related sections like special tools and equipment used in horticulture, water lifting devices and calibration of seed drills has also been given. The wealth of information provided in this book would cater to the long felt need of graduate students in the agricultural engineering and regular engineering colleges. This book will also serve as a guide and an invaluable reference for the teaching staff in the educational institutions and testing institutions, extension workers, scientists and farmers.