lister plough
Noun: A lister plough is a specific type of agricultural implement. It is a moldboard plow equipped with a double moldboard. Its primary function is to cut a deep, central furrow while simultaneously throwing the excavated soil to both sides, creating a raised bed or ridge.
The term lister plough is used to describe this particular farm tool. It is often discussed in contexts of traditional farming, soil preparation, and irrigation management. - The farmer used a lister plough to create furrows for planting corn. - In arid regions, the lister plough helps channel water to crop roots.
- As a historical/technical term: The lister plough is associated with specific farming techniques, such as "lister planting" or "ridge tillage," where crops are sown on the ridges created by the plow.
- Lister (noun): A common shortened form for "lister plough."
- Double-moldboard plow (noun): A descriptive synonym.
- Middlebreaker (noun): Another regional name for the same implement.
- Bedder (noun): A related implement for shaping planting beds.
- Double-moldboard plow
- Middlebreaker
- Ridge plow
The lister plough is distinguished from a standard plow by its double moldboards, which move soil laterally in two directions. Its design is particularly useful for controlling water flow, preventing erosion, and preparing land in certain climatic conditions.
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moldboard plow with a double moldboard designed to move dirt to either side of a central furrow
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