You can still use sight gauges if you want to make sure row starter is flowing out to each row. Or you can use a new, high-tech AgExcelerator GX7SMS solution from Schaffert. This electronic monitor displays what's happening in each row. If fertilizer isn't delivered, that row turns red in color. Since it's connected to GPS coordinates, you can build a record of fertilizer application time and conditions for better recordkeeping. List price: $about $800 per row. Call Schaffert, Indianola, Neb., at 800-382-2607, www.schaffert.com.
