Tillage implements performance and effect on some soil physical properties

A chisel plough, disk plough and ridger were tested to evaluate their effect on selected soil physical properties along with their performance and power requirements. Implement type had a consistent significant effect (P <= 0.01) on soil moisture content (%), whereas, bulk density (g/cm(3)) and porosity (%) showed inconsistent response. However, the chisel plough recorded the highest moisture content and basic infiltration rate values as compared to the ridger and disk plough. The chisel plough had the highest power requirement and fuel consumption. The ridger had the lowest power requirement and fuel consumption, but recorded the highest field capacity and efficiency.