Which equipment is specifically designed for applying granular fertilizer in rows?

Drop spreaders are specifically designed for applying granular fertilizer in rows. This equipment allows for precise application, ensuring that the fertilizer is deposited exactly where it is needed, often directly into the planting rows or bands. The drop spreader features a mechanism that drops the granules straight down onto the soil, which minimizes the amount of fertilizer that may end up on non-target areas, reducing waste and the potential for environmental impact.

In contrast, broadcast spreaders distribute fertilizer over a wide area, which may not provide the targeted application necessary for row crops. Fertilizer injectors are used for liquid fertilizers, not granules, and pesticide sprayers are designed for applying liquid pesticides. Each of these alternatives serves different functions in agricultural practices and is not suited for row application of granular fertilizers in the same way that drop spreaders are.