Four-Row Potato Haulm Topper

The four-row potato haulm topper (Potato Haulm Topper 4ROW) is an agricultural implement used to cut the foliage and stems of potato plants before the tubers are harvested.¹ This is done to prevent the transmission of diseases from the haulm to the tubers, to accelerate the drying process of the tubers, and to facilitate their harvesting.

Technical Specifications of the Four-Row Potato Haulm Topper

• Number of Rows: 4
• Working Width: 250 to 350 centimeters
• Blade Type: Flail blades or knife blades
• Power Transmission System: Gearbox²
• Required Power: 80 to 120 horsepower
• Working Speed: Depending on field conditions, usually between 4 to 8 kilometers per hour
• Weight: (Weight specification was not provided in the original text)
• Tractor Attachment System: Three-point hitch³

Features and Benefits of the Four-Row Potato Haulm Topper

• Effective Haulm Removal: The blades of the machine effectively chop and remove the foliage and stems of potato plants.⁴
• Prevention of Disease Transmission: By removing the haulm, the risk of disease transmission from it to the tubers is reduced.⁵
• Accelerated Tuber Drying: Removing the haulm allows the tubers to dry faster, preserving their quality.
• Facilitated Tuber Harvesting: With the haulm removed, harvesting tubers by potato harvesters becomes easier and faster.⁶
• Reduced Pesticide Use: By removing the haulm, the need for chemical pesticides to control diseases is reduced.
• Increased Crop Yield: By improving tuber quality and facilitating harvesting, crop yield is increased.
• Reduced Harvesting Costs: By removing the haulm, harvesting costs are significantly reduced.

Applications of the Four-Row Potato Haulm Topper

• Removing the foliage and stems of potato plants before tuber harvest.
• Preparing the field for potato harvesting.
• Reducing the risk of disease transmission to potato tubers.⁷
• Increasing the quality and yield of potato crops.⁸

Important Points in Using a Four-Row Potato Haulm Topper

• Adjusting Blade Height: The height of the blades should be adjusted so that only the haulm is removed, and the tubers are not damaged.
• Adjusting Tractor Speed: The tractor speed should be adjusted according to the field conditions and the type of machine.
• Regular Inspection and Maintenance: The machine should be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its proper operation.
• Use of Safety Equipment: When using the machine, safety equipment such as goggles and gloves should be worn.