Spreading Services
Compost, wood chips, gypsum, manure, and soil amendments -- spread evenly with the right machine for the job
Getting material on the ground evenly and efficiently makes all the difference for your soil and your bottom line. Custom Farm Services offers professional spreading services with a diverse fleet of spreaders built to handle everything from fine compost to high-volume wood chips. Whether you're building soil health, meeting grant program requirements, or incorporating orchard recycling material, we have the right machine for the job.
What We Spread
From fine amendments to coarse orchard material, our fleet handles a wide range of products:
Compost & Organic Matter
Uniform compost application builds soil biology, improves water-holding capacity, and adds slow-release nutrients. We spread compost for growers participating in CDFA Healthy Soils, NRCS conservation programs, and private soil health initiatives.
Manure
Whether you're sourcing dairy manure, poultry litter, or other animal waste, we can spread it evenly across your fields at the rates you need.
Gypsum
Gypsum applications for sodium management and soil structure improvement require consistent, even coverage to be effective. Our spinner-equipped spreaders deliver that consistency.
Wood Chips & Orchard Recycling Material
For growers who choose to keep chipped orchard material on-site after removal, we can spread it back across the field for incorporation. This pairs naturally with our orchard removal services for a seamless, full-service operation.
Other Soil Amendments
If you have a custom material or blend that needs to go on the ground, talk to us. Chances are we have a machine that can handle it.
Our Spreader Fleet
We run three purpose-built spreaders, each designed for different materials and applications. This means we match the right equipment to your specific job -- no compromises, no makeshift setups.
Kuhn PSC 161 -- High-Volume Wood Chip Spreading
When you need to move serious volume across big blocks, the Kuhn gets it done. This machine is purpose-built for the coarse, bulky material that comes off orchard removal and grinding operations.
- Best for: Wood chips, whole-orchard recycling material, coarse organic matter
- Capacity: High-volume hopper designed to move large quantities of material quickly
- Ideal for: Post-orchard-removal chip spreading, biomass incorporation, large-acreage amendment projects
Pequea V12LP -- Precision Amendment Spreading
The Pequea delivers precise, uniform coverage of fine-to-medium materials. Its spinner system ensures consistent distribution across the full spread width, which matters when you're applying materials at specific rates per acre.
- Best for: Compost, manure, gypsum, soil amendments
- Spread method: Spinner-type discharge for even, consistent coverage
- Coming soon: Belt-flinger attachment for additional versatility
Custom Red Spreader -- Versatile Amendment Application
A second amendment-capable spreader means we can keep up with high-demand schedules. When your window is tight -- whether due to weather, planting timelines, or grant deadlines -- running two machines keeps the job moving.
- Best for: Compost, manure, gypsum, soil amendments
- Spread method: Spinner-type discharge
- Ideal for: Running two amendment spreaders simultaneously on large projects
Our Process
A straightforward approach that gets material on the ground the right way:
Consult & Match
We discuss your material, acreage, desired application rate, and timeline, then match the right spreader to the job.
Calibrate
Our operators calibrate the equipment to deliver your target rate per acre -- essential for grant program compliance.
Spread Evenly
Spinner or high-volume discharge lays material down with consistent coverage across the full spread width.
Scale Up When Needed
For tight windows, we run two amendment spreaders simultaneously to keep large projects on schedule.
Document
We work to documented application rates so your CDFA Healthy Soils, NRCS, or air district paperwork lines up.
Why Spreading Matters
Proper spreading isn't just about getting material on the ground -- it's about getting it on evenly. Inconsistent application leads to real costs:
Uneven Soil Chemistry
Patchy application means inconsistent nutrient and pH levels from one part of a block to the next.
Hot Spots & Bare Spots
Over- and under-applied areas show up as stressed plants and uneven performance across the field.
Wasted Material
Material piled in some areas and missing in others is money left on the field instead of working for you.
Grant Compliance
Many programs require documented, even application rates. Purpose-built equipment keeps you compliant.
Professional spreading with purpose-built equipment solves these problems and gives you a measurable return on your amendment investment.
Why Choose CFS for Spreading
Diverse, Matched Fleet
Three spreaders mean we have the right machine for every material and every job size. We don't force one machine to do everything -- we match the spreader to the material.
Grant-Ready Application Rates
We understand application rate requirements for CDFA Healthy Soils, NRCS, and air district programs, and calibrate to hit them.
Paired With Orchard Removal
Our spreading integrates seamlessly with our orchard removal and chipping operations -- one crew removes, grinds, and spreads the chips right back onto the ground.
Capacity for Large Projects
Two amendment spreaders can run simultaneously to meet tight timelines. As a 4th-generation family business established in 1969, we bring decades of Central Valley farming knowledge to every job.
Request a Free Estimate
Get a no-obligation quote for your spreading project. We respond within 24 hours.
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What Our Clients Say
Trusted by growers across the Central Valley
"Custom Farm Services did an outstanding job removing our old almond orchard. The crew was professional, efficient, and left the field clean and ready for replanting. They handled everything from pushing to grinding and even coordinated the chip hauling. Highly recommend them to any grower in the Valley."
Dante Rojas
Ballico, CA
"We've used Custom Farm Services for three separate orchard removals over the past five years. Each time, they showed up on time, worked quickly, and delivered exactly what they promised. They also helped us navigate the Air District grant paperwork, which saved us a significant amount. These guys know what they're doing."
Kuldip Dola
Livingston, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about agricultural spreading in the Central Valley
What materials can you spread?
Can you spread at specific application rates?
Do you supply the compost or amendment material?
How many acres can you cover in a day?
Can you spread wood chips right after an orchard removal?
What areas do you serve?
Get Material on the Ground the Right Way
Stop worrying about uneven coverage and wasted material. We have the fleet, the operators, and the experience to spread your compost, chips, gypsum, or amendments right.