Figure 3-3. A: The fumigant tank, nitrogen gas tank, drip tape roll, and plastic mulch roll are visible on the fumigation rigs above. B and C: Beds should be pre-formed (first tractor pass) prior to application of the plastic, drip tape, and fumigant (second tractor pass). Multiple-row bed rigs are also available for larger farms.
A: Tractor with fumigant and nitrogen gas tanks; B: side view of bed-shaper, plastic layer, fumigant tank, drill tape roll, and plastic mulch; C: this setup laying plastic mulch.