Residue management and precise seed placement are the most critical aspects of the coming season plant all easily controlled with Bourgault’s solutions
As growers work through the third-highest harvest on record, attention will quickly shift to the next challenge, preparing for next season’s plant.
And for many growers, the start of a successful season will rest with updating or refining their planting rig to handle the ever-tightening seeding windows they contend with each year.
Over the past two years, growers have been prepared to plant down a record of around 25 million hectares and with that comes a high level of cost and additional pressure.
Foremost, there is the ongoing unpredictable weather, tight sowing windows, rising input costs, and increasing demands to make sure that at the end of the cycle, there is a good crop to harvest.
High volume growers who need to be successful each season are well aware that the right equipment can make all the difference between a smooth-running season and costly delays.
Supplying the right equipment for over 50 years, Bourgault Australia has become a trusted part of that foundation for broadacre farmers across the country. Read about their 50-year milestone on this link.
Bourgault has worked tirelessly with local growers to ensure their equipment is purpose-built match for large-scale cropping operations.
Their proven air seeders, drills, and carts are all fine-tuned in a strong build that is able to deliver the precision and reliability needed to perform under the toughest planting conditions.
Built for our unique conditions
For any manufacturer building equipment for Aussie growers, there are many pitfalls to overcome.
For starters, our soil and paddock conditions vary widely, from the heavy black soils of Queensland to the sandy country of Western Australia.
Bourgault seeding equipment is engineered to perform consistently across these landscapes.
High-capacity air carts, such as the 9000 I Series with product volume up to 45,810-litres, allow growers to cover large areas quickly while maintaining precise seed and fertiliser placement.
Meanwhile, the 8000 Series air carts offer product volumes from 12,330 and up to 19,380-litres provides flexibility for farms requiring reliable performance on a slightly smaller scale. Backed with highly consistent metering and compatibility with a variety of seeding systems.
Durability is another hallmark of Bourgault equipment. Planting bars such as the Bourgault 4420 Deep Knife Drill are built to handle tough stubble and challenging soils. With 12 or 18m working width frames.
All these models have already been put through the test throughout the 2025 planting season, with the result being strong crop establishment and efficient input use.
Turning challenges into opportunities
Bourgault engineers understand residue management and precise seed placement remain critical factors in current cropping systems.
With Bourgault’s seeding solutions it allows growers to move through tight seeding windows without compromise, reducing blockages and minimising soil disturbance.
For growers operating within narrow margins, these advantages translate directly into greater surety with improved overall results and much higher potential returns.
Looking ahead to next season
As the planting season approaches, equipment resilience and precise placement for strong growth will again be key priorities.
Bourgault Australia has proven its air carts and very popular 4420 Deep Knife Drill have continued to evolve to meet the changing needs of broadacre farmers, helping them maximise output while minimising waste.
For growers planning to upgrade equipment for the 2026-27 planting season, now is the time to talk with a Bourgault Australia dealer, on this link.
To explore the full range of solutions, go to Bourgault Australia here, or use the quick links below to gain a complete overview of the model range.
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