Cultivations and Agricultural Groundwork Contractors in Kent

We are agricultural groundwork contractors offering a wide range of cultivations in the Maidstone, Tonbridge and Malling areas.  We offer ploughing, subsoiling, power harrowing, rolling and cultivating plus re-contouring.  If you need to prepare your site for grassing or to be seeded with wild flowers then we can prepare the seed bed for you.

Do you have a part of your farm which has a steep bank which is difficult to negotiate safely with your equipment? Making deep ruts in the rows as you struggle to pull your sprayer in wet ground conditions?

Your Groundwork Prepared

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Cultivation services in Mid-Kent.

Cultivation services we offer include:

  • Ploughing
  • Subsoiling
  • Power harrowing
  • Rolling
  • Cultivating


Whether you are continuing your agricultural operations and need some ground to be cultivated or you are trying to get control of an overgrown site and need to get the ground level or to create a seed bed, we have a great deal of experience in these operations.

Land Drainage Systems: Custom Solutions for Optimal Soil Hydration Management


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Waterlogged fields lead to hindered plant growth, thus installing custom land drainage systems resolves this by effectively managing water levels in the soil.

Through precise design and installation, these systems prevent the detrimental effects of excess water while maintaining adequate moisture for crop health.

Soil Preparation: Establish Stable and Fertile Ground for Crops


Our process of soil preparation: the transformation of unyielding earth into a bed of fertility is achieved by employing scientific methods to analyse soil composition, we tailor strategies to enhance soil structure, nutrient content, and microbiome, consequently boosting plant growth and crop production.

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Field-Leveling and Grading: Precision Services for Enhanced Crop Yields

Field-leveling and grading are more than just moving soil; they are scientific endeavours that optimise your land’s productivity. By ensuring your fields are level, water distribution becomes uniform, greatly reducing wastage and enhancing crop consistency.

Furthermore, this process mitigates potential erosion and improves field access, vital for seamless farm operations.

Your Groundworks Partner: Contact Us Today to Discuss Your Needs

With a clear understanding of the distinctive challenges in agricultural groundworks, we stand ready to partner with you.

From the initial soil analysis to the final touches on irrigation systems, our experienced team is on hand to discuss your unique requirements.

Irrigation and Water Management: Cutting-Edge Techniques to Ensure Efficient Water Use


Ensuring every drop counts in an era facing water scarcity challenges, innovative irrigation solutions come to the fore. Techniques such as drip irrigation, timed sprinkler systems, and moisture sensors collectively work to minimise waste while delivering the lifeline water represents to crops when they most need it.

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FAQ’s about our Groundworking Services

Yes we do.  We can help with associated operations too if required.

There are many considerations here such as soil type, vegetation, moisture and what you wish to do with the ground subsequently.  We have a wide range of cultivation equipment including ploughs, subsoilers, rolls, power harrows, etc.  It is highly likely that we have the ideal equipment for cultivating and levelling your field.  

Of course.  We may use our excavator, bulldozer, telehandler or tractors for this.

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Where we work

W.H. Skinner & Sons are based in Chart Sutton. We serve Mid-Kent and the Weald Of Kent (See Map Below). This list of villages is not exhaustive.

Contact us to see whether we can help you today!

Towns and Villages surrounding Maidstone

  • Maidstone
  • Aylesford
  • Allington
  • Barming
  • Bearsted
  • Chart Sutton
  • Detling
  • Sutton Valance
  • East Sutton
  • Headcorn
  • Linton
  • Coxheath
  • Leeds
  • Boughton Monchelsea

…and other Towns and Villages too

  • Hunton
  • Harrietsham
  • Yalding
  • Lenham
  • Wateringbury
  • Loose
  • Marden
  • East Farleigh
  • West Farleigh
  • Otham
  • Staplehurst
  • Langley
  • Ulcombe
  • Otham
  • Kingswood

Other Agricultural Services Provided by WH Skinner and Sons