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Great info all-thanks for the good insight

Thanks for the info The only reason I would remove those few pin oaks is for sunlight. The property does have an amazing white oak (about 10 acres worth) stand right next to it, as well as more pin oaks. As you know, acorns are feast or famine. Am I correct in my assumption about not turning up the clay though? Would this do more harm then good, or should it be done for proper soil conditions for something like radishes or chicory? Thanks again!

Hi, I have about 3 acres I want to turn into a food plot. This property was "woods" with mostly 6" or smaller trees that have been removed and all the stumps are out. A few large pin oaks are present, but will be removed as well. Hard to say if those stumps will get out to quickly. I have a 35 HP kubota FL with a back hoe as well. My question is-how would it be best to get this soil into shape for planting (not sure yet exactly what I will plant). I realize PH will need to be addressed, but Im looking for info as to whether to use a plow, disk, tiller etc. Gardiner NY area and the soil is about 8" with pretty hard pack clay underneath that. I'm concerned about going to deep whatever I use and turning the clay up to the surface as well. I cut a couple of swales in the property a few years back, so it is much drier now then it used to be. Any and all comments suggestions would be great. Thanks all!