Sunburn can be a seasonal problem for growers. Black net such as 10mm quad hailnet, has a shade factor of 23%.
Hail net canopies combined with side netting gives you the benefit of protection from sunburn, hail, wind, pests and it reduces evaporation.
Just about every grower knows the benefits of protective canopies, and would install them if they could—but can they afford not to?
5-year payback
A canopy can pay for itself within 5 years—with higher yields and better quality fruit. A grower in Shepparton (Victoria) noted that after installing grey hail net over his Granny Smith to protect against sunburn last year, his apples were a better quality than previous years.
Deal direct
Environet Canopies supply and install protective canopies You deal direct with the owner of the business—who ensures that you get the best product and finished canopy.
Hailnet, static or pitched roof, hail release or bird net, Environet Canopies can supply the right materials for your canopy. Also available are cable, posts, anchors, accessories—and advice—if you wish to construct the canopy yourself.
All nets come with a 10 year pro rata warranty against UV degradation. Nets are 100% HDPE monofilament yarn with re-inforced salvage edges. Hailnet comes in widths to suit your orchard row spaces.
For more information, see Tree Fruit January 2015
