Max acceptable wind speed for spreading lime.

[Scrambler]

Lime spreader is coming tomorrow but the wind speed is predicted to be 12 to 14 km/h. I’m keen to get the job done but not at any cost.

 

[Still Farming]

Lime stone , pellets , dust , coarse grit?

 

[Chae1]

Just use good old common sense. If its blowing away stop. If there decent contractors they won't spread it in high winds. Don't think theres a set wind km/h you stop.

@Cab-over Pete

 

[Scrambler]

Ground calcium carbonate.

 

[bobk]

30 mph , blow it over here .

 

[Sharpy]

If it's that dry, add some water. A decent spreader will handle it as long as its not slurry.

 

[Spencer]

The stuff that blows away is no good anyway.......




Cause it’s blown away... I’ll get my coat

 

[Cab-over Pete]

It's dependent on lots of factors.

Fineness of the lime, moisture of the lime being the main two.

But the wind can vary greatly. Sometimes it seems to be strongish but blowing downwards so it's not nearly as bad as you may imagine. To be fair, that doesn't happen often.

Steady strong breezes are sometimes ok, blustery gusts are no good.

In the end it's up to the customer or obviously if it's affecting the public. Slowing down disc speed and driving closer can make a huge difference but that costs more to spread and some customers don't want extra wheelings.

I don't just go gung ho and start a job in a strong wind, but most customers understand if the job is nearly finished and the wind gets up.

 

[Scrambler]

Thanks for the replies, both helpful and amusing.

 

[DrWazzock]

As I heard on the spraying course,

"It's too windy if it blows your hat off"

 

[le bon paysan]

As I heard on the spraying course,

"It's too windy if it blows your hat off"

I heard, if its too windy, close the cab door.