What keyline plowing does
If your pasture sheds rain instead of soaking it in, keyline plowing is the fix. A Yeomans-style keyline plow slices deep into compacted subsoil without flipping the layers, so water, air, and roots can finally get down where they belong. It's one of the things we do right here in Bastrop — and now you can rent the same plow for your own land.
Deep tillage, no soil flip
The plow's shanks run 8 to 16 inches down, cracking the hardpan that sheds water. Because it lifts rather than inverts, your topsoil — and all the life in it — stays right where it is. Those deep channels then funnel rainfall straight into the ground instead of off to the ditch.
Seed and feed in the same run
Want more from a single pass? Add the seeder and the plow drops seed straight into the fresh crevices as it goes, and it pairs well with compost tea or a light fertilizer. One trip across the field opens the soil, plants it, and feeds it — all at once.
What it costs
The keyline plow rents for $1,700 per week (plow with shanks) — that's just under $250 a day. Add the seeder for $250 or coulters for $250 if you want them. Pickup only at our Bastrop farm — we don't deliver. Tell us your acreage and the setup you want, and we'll get you squared away. Ask for Luke, who runs our plow rentals — call or text him at (512) 629-2105.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is keyline plowing?
What is keyline plowing?
A type of subsoiling developed by P.A. Yeomans in the 1950s. It cuts deep into compacted soil to boost water retention and soil health — without turning the soil layers over.
How much does it cost to rent?
How much does it cost to rent?
$1,700 per week for the plow with shanks — just under $250 a day. The seeder and coulters are $250 each if you want them. Pickup-only at our Bastrop farm.
How big a tractor do I need?
How big a tractor do I need?
The plow needs a tractor with enough horsepower and a category 3-point hitch. Tell us what you're running and we'll confirm the fit before you book.
Do you deliver?
Do you deliver?
No — the plow is pickup-only at our farm in Bastrop. Bring a trailer and a tractor with a category 3-point hitch.
Can it seed at the same time?
Can it seed at the same time?
Yes. With the add-on seeder, the plow can drop seed into the crevices as it runs, and it works well alongside compost tea or fertilizer.