Published: June 12, 2026 | By FOYA Machinery
Getting your corn planting right is the single most important factor for a good harvest. A quality corn planter ensures each seed goes in at the right depth, the right spacing, and gets covered properly. Whether you're planting 5 acres or 100, this guide helps you pick the right machine.
Key Numbers for Corn Planters
First-time buyer tip: Start with a 4-row planter on a 50-70 hp tractor. It's the sweet spot for farms from 10 to 100 acres. 2-row is too slow for anything over 20 acres; 6-row needs a big tractor and big fields.
2 Row, 4 Row, or 6 Row?
Your field size is the biggest factor. Here's the practical breakdown:
- 2-Row Planter — Best for farms under 20 acres. Needs 25-40 hp tractor. Price: $1,500-$2,500. Plants about 2-3 acres per hour. Good for diversified farms that grow corn as part of a rotation.
- 4-Row Planter — The most popular choice worldwide. Best for 10-100 acres. Needs 50-70 hp tractor. Price: $2,500-$4,500. Plants 4-6 acres per hour. Best value per dollar.
- 6-Row Planter — For commercial farms 80+ acres. Needs 70-100+ hp tractor. Price: $4,500-$6,000+. Plants 7-10 acres per hour. Higher upfront cost but fastest payback for large operations.
Farmer's experience: "I started with a 2-row planter on 15 acres. Upgraded to a FOYA 4-row no-till planter when I expanded to 40 acres. The 4-row does in 2 hours what took the 2-row all day." — David, corn farmer in Kenya
No-Till vs Conventional — Which Do You Need?
No-till planters have become the standard for good reason. Here's what's different:
No-Till Planter
- Coulter disc cuts through residue
- Opener places seed in undisturbed soil
- Better moisture retention
- Reduces soil erosion by 90%
- Higher upfront cost ($500-$1,000 more)
- Saves fuel — fewer passes over the field
Conventional Planter
- Needs tilled seedbed
- Simpler design — fewer parts
- Lower upfront cost
- Works in heavy clay soils
- Needs plowing + discing before planting
- More soil moisture loss
Our advice: Unless you have heavy clay soil that must be plowed, go no-till. The FOYA Multi-Row No-Till Corn Planter handles both tilled and untilled fields, giving you flexibility.
Row Spacing — How Wide Should Your Rows Be?
Row spacing depends on your region, climate, and whether you grow other crops in rotation:
| Spacing | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 75 cm (30 in) | Most regions, standard | Works with most harvesters |
| 90 cm (36 in) | Warm climates, irrigated | Better airflow, less disease |
| 60 cm (24 in) | High density, cool climates | Higher yield potential |
| Adjustable | Multi-crop farms | FOYA planters adjust from 60-90cm |
Key Features Checklist
FOYA Multi-Row No-Till Corn Planter
FOYA Multi-Row No-Till Corn Planter
- Custom: 2, 3, 4, or 6 rows
- No-till coulter + precision seed meter
- Adjustable row spacing: 60-90cm
- Depth control: 2-8cm adjustable
- Also plants soybeans and other grains
- Fertilizer hopper included
- Fits 25-80 hp tractors
FAQ
How much does a corn planter cost?
2-row planters: $1,500-$2,500. 4-row: $2,500-$4,500. 6-row: $4,500-$6,000+. No-till models cost about $500-$1,000 more than conventional.
Can a corn planter plant soybeans?
Yes. The FOYA planter handles corn, soybeans, sunflowers, and other grain crops. Just change the seed plate or adjust the meter settings.
How many acres per hour can a 4-row planter do?
At 6-8 km/h with 75cm rows, a 4-row planter covers about 4-6 acres per hour. Factor in refilling seed and turning time, expect 3-4 productive acres per hour.
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes. FOYA ships corn planters globally. Each machine is crated for safe ocean freight. Contact us with your port for a shipping quote.
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