RAISE THE PACK-OUT
An excellent article has recently been posted online on Stock Journal (CLICK HERE for article), outlining the reasons a South Australian Citrus producer has installed 16 hectares of netting. Online version of article Stock Journal website Click Here
TO SUMMARISE:
- increase premium quality fruit for Asian markets
- reduction of wind-blemish on fruit
- some shading benefits (reduction of sun-burn)
Weather stations are showing extra benefits too, reduced water use (via reduced evapotranspiration); or alternatively, larger yields on the same water input.
Follow this link to download a PDF version of the Stock Journal article.
Success Stories
TradeCoast Central
I had the pleasure of dealing with Justin, Michael and the Netpro team during construction of a new facility for Autonexus, in Eagle Farm Queensland.
The requirement was for 30,000m2 of hail net installed over two stages. From the very early design and negations to contract management, installation and importantly post construction the staff and contractors were at all times professional and responsive to the specific site challenges that we faced.
The project was completed on time, defect period commitments were honoured and the whole experience left all stakeholders impressed beyond expectation, especially after seeing how the canopy performed in the November hail event. I have no hesitation in putting this testimonial forward, and I would recommend Netpro for any suitable requirements you may have.