Spading refers to a method of soil preparation that breaks up and loosens the soil’s top layer and mixes it with compost, crop residue, weeds, and other organic material that can fertilize the soil. But unlike tilling or plowing, spading doesn’t turn the soil’s entire top layer.

Spading machines are invaluable tools in agriculture and gardening, revolutionizing how we prepare soil for planting and cultivation. With their mechanical prowess, these machines can delve into the earth, turning over layers of soil to create fertile, aerated ground ready for planting. However, a fundamental question that often arises among users and enthusiasts is, “How deep in the soil do spading machines work?”