Design and Fabrication of Low-Cost Manual Fertilizer Spilling Farm Equipment

India’s agriculture sector is heavily dependent on manual labour, and fertilizer application remains one of the most labour-intensive and inefficient field operations. Traditional broadcasting techniques often result in non-uniform fertilizer distribution, excessive material wastage, soil nutrient imbalance, and reduced crop productivity. To address these challenges, a manually operated fertilizer spilling machine has been developed to ensure uniform application while minimizing physical effort and operational cost. The proposed machine incorporates a hopper, metering outlet, and spreading mechanism to distribute fertilizer evenly across the field without relying on external power sources. Field performance evaluation revealed a uniformity of 92–95% in fertilizer distribution, reduced application time, and significant labour savings compared to manual spreading. The machine is lightweight, easy to operate, portable, and suitable for small and medium-scale farmers. The outcomes demonstrate that the fertilizer spilling machine enhances fertilizer utilization efficiency and supports improved crop yield, thereby contributing to sustainable agricultural productivity.