No-till technology enables direct sowing without prior soil preparation, based on three key principles: no soil disturbance, covering with plant residues (mulch), and crop rotation. It significantly improves soil fertility, increases yields, and reduces emissions by helping to accumulate carbon in the soil. By applying this method, we save up to 30–40% water and prevent the loss of 700 million tons of soil from erosion — a real benefit not only for farmers, but also for the climate and biodiversity.
Claudio Vella
CEO
VSD - VELLA SEMINA DIRETTA
"At VSD, we manufacture exceptional direct seed drills in various sizes, with working widths ranging from 2.5 m to 9 m, featuring mechanical and pneumatic distribution, as well as all available electronic technologies—from simple control of basic functions to CAN BUS electronics in ISOBUS. Our machines are fully compliant with modern agriculture, as the use of NO-TILL technology is the most innovative in modern agricultural mechanization, as well as a method of farming that does not have a significant impact on the environment."
Our machines are designed to best apply this technology in agriculture, specifically in the inland areas of the central Italian Apennines, i.e., in areas that are very difficult to access and cultivate, and from which it is very difficult to generate income. To this end, we have created seeders with very high standards of strength, using high-quality materials carefully selected from the many available on the market. In addition to being very sturdy and durable, minimizing maintenance costs due to wear and tear and unforeseen events, we also took into account their ease of operation, which makes them easy to use. Another point we paid special attention to is that they can operate in very difficult conditions, both in very wet soil after rain and on very hard soil after prolonged drought. All this contributes to increasing the farm's income."
Key advantages
The 007 MG MAIS offers a unique combination of durability, precision, and economy, adapted to real field conditions.
It is suitable for small, medium, and large farms and for various spring crops.
Parallelogram with constant pressure
Patented hydraulic parallelogram system ensuring constant pressure throughout the entire stroke (up to 45 cm) at low operating pressure of 0–50 bar.
Low hydraulic pressure
Low-pressure operation reduces wear and energy consumption, proving fuel savings of up to 70% in field tests
Flexible metering
Dual hopper 60/40 (seed/fertilizer) and innovative distributor for high precision — suitable for different seeds and conditions.
Design & functionality
007 MG MAIS combines powerful turbo discs, precision seeding elements, and double closing discs to ensure optimal seed placement and root system development.
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Turbo disc 17" — high flotation for cutting plant residues and micro processing.
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Double V-discs 16" — precise seed positioning.
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Double closing wheels 14" — preventing the "ceramic effect".
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"Beaver tail" — for seed pressing.
Colombo Agro & VSD present the new
Mechanical No-Till seed drill VSD „007 MG MAIS”
VSD 007 MG MAIS is a spring seed drill for 100% direct sowing, with electric distribution, semi-mounted (from 7 to 9 rows at 70-75 cm; and up to 13 rows at 45-52 cm) or mounted (up to 5 rows at 70-75 cm), with a two-point connection for work and transport.
Double hopper for seeds and fertilizers: (60% seeds and 40% fertilizers) 1800 l, 2300 l or 3000 l.
Corn seed hopper with a capacity of 35 - 50 l for each row.
Manufactured from the highest quality materials and components;
C45 steel for seeding elements;
S700 steel for load-bearing beams;
WURTH 10.9 stainless steel connecting and fastening elements;
Epoxy powder coating with anti-corrosion primer; SKF bearings;
550/70-22.5 high flotation transport and working wheels;
Pneumatic or hydraulic brakes;
Highest quality TVZ brake axles;
Choice of all available electronic technologies - from basic control of main functions to CAN BUS electronics in ISOBUS;
Seeding control monitors in three versions: Basic; Agriculture 4.0; ISOBUS, with variable rate (ratio variabile);
Photocells for sowing control.
Drive: electric; Option for second fertilization per row, and third (micro) fertilization.
Compacting wheels, at the customer's request.
Lighting system for night work and signaling, with WURTH components.
Design and functionality:
Seeding element mounted on a hydraulic parallelogram with constant pressure, operating at low hydraulic pressure, between 0 and 50 bar (developed and patented by VSD). Each section has an excursion stroke of up to 45 cm. Hydraulic adjustment for precise terrain copying, with constant pressure.
1) 17" turbo disc with high flotation for intensive cutting and removal of plant residues, performing micro-tilling of the seed row;
2) Double 16" V-shaped sowing disc, sowing at the smallest possible angle for optimal and precise seed placement;
3) "Beaver tail" for pressing the seeds;
4) Double serrated closing discs 14", which loosen the soil behind the sowing discs to avoid the so-called "ceramic effect". This allows the root system to develop in the best possible way, freely and comprehensively, contributing to stronger, healthier, and more stable roots and plants, more tillers, and, respectively, increased yields. Sowing depth from 0 to 9 cm, adjustable from the rear wheels. All working parts are made of boron steel with "Oncativo" cross fibers.
5) Chevron-type seed and fertilizer distributor with speed variator, made of durable plastic.
Working width: from 250 to 680 cm
Weight with empty hopper: from 3500 kg to 5000 kg
Required power: from 90 to 180 hp
Number of rows: 5-7-9-13. Option for even rows up to 12, at the customer's request
Row spacing: 45-52-70-75 cm (per customer's request)
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Energy, environmental, and economic efficiency
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Reduction in fuel consumption by up to 70% compared to traditional technologies.
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Fewer agricultural machines and lower maintenance and personnel costs.
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Preservation of soil structure, reduction of erosion, and increased moisture retention.
