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Rolling Lentils
Lentil fields should be rolled to provide a smooth and level surface for harvest. Land rolling can be done before the crop emerges, but can lead to increased soil erosion if the soil surface is dry.
Research indicates that land rolling after the emergence of lentil can be successfully completed up to the five to seven node stage without significant yield loss. Land rolling past this stage can damage plants, increase the spread of foliar diseases, and reduce yield. Best results are obtained if rolling is done when plants are slightly wilted and the soil surface is dry. Rolling should not be done on wet soils or when the crop is damp or stressed by extreme heat, frost or herbicide application.
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