Orchard Developments
We recognise that orchard development is a multifaceted and time-consuming endeavour. Whether you're embarking on a new orchard venture, expanding an existing one, or acquiring a new block for kiwifruit cultivation, we understand the need for expert guidance to help you achieve your goals.
At our company, we offer comprehensive assistance throughout the entire orchard development process. Our knowledgeable team can provide valuable insights and support to ensure that you make informed decisions at every stage.
Here's how we can assist you:
Land Selection and Analysis: Assisting growers in identifying suitable land with the right topography, sunlight exposure, and drainage. Conduct comprehensive soil tests to check for nutrient levels, pH, and potential contaminants, ensuring optimal conditions for tree growth.
Orchard Design and Planning: Offering expertise on orchard layout, taking into account factors like tree spacing, windbreaks, accessibility, and potential expansion. This helps in maximising space utilisation, improving airflow, and easing orchard management.
Varietal Selection: Advising on the best fruit varieties for the specific region, climate, and market demand. This ensures high yields, disease resistance, and market profitability.
Soil Preparation and Enhancement: Providing guidance on soil improvement techniques, from organic composting to using specific fertilisers, ensuring a nutrient-rich foundation that promotes healthy tree growth.
Irrigation and Water Management: Assisting in setting up efficient irrigation systems tailored to the orchard's needs, ensuring optimal water usage, minimising wastage, and promoting healthy tree and fruit development.
Pest and Disease Management: Offering solutions to combat pests and diseases, including both preventive measures and treatments. Whether it's through integrated pest management for conventional orchards or biological controls for organic ones, ensure growers have the tools to protect their investment.
Profitability Analysis: We can assist you in evaluating the financial aspects of your orchard, including budgeting, cost analysis, and revenue projections. Our aim is to help you achieve long-term profitability and success.
Throughout the orchard development process, our goal is to be your trusted partner, providing you with expert advice, industry knowledge, and practical solutions. We understand the complexities and challenges involved in orchard development, and we are committed to supporting you in reaching your goals and maximising the potential of your kiwifruit orchard.
Orchard Repairs & Upgrades
We offer a range of services for orchard repairs and upgrades, including:
End Assemblies: Our team can repair or replace end assemblies in your orchard, ensuring proper support and stability for your crop.
Post Replacement: We provide post replacement services to maintain the structural integrity of your orchard. We can remove damaged or deteriorated posts and install new ones as needed.
AgBeam Conversions: If you're looking to upgrade your orchard's infrastructure, we offer AgBeam conversions. This involves retrofitting or replacing existing support systems with AgBeam technology, which provides improved strength and durability.
Additional Canopy Wires: If you need to increase the canopy support in your orchard, we can install additional wires to provide better stability and maximize fruit-bearing capacity.
Block Extensions: If you're planning to expand your orchard, we can assist with block extensions. Our team can help prepare the land, install necessary infrastructure, and ensure a seamless integration with your existing orchard.
Undervine Shelter: We provide undervine shelter solutions to protect your trees and crops from adverse weather conditions. Our team can design and install shelter systems tailored to your specific requirements.
Loading Bay Maintenance/Expansion: If you have a loading bay on your orchard, we offer maintenance and expansion services. We can repair any existing infrastructure, optimize the layout for efficient operations, and expand the loading bay area if needed.
Whether you require repairs, upgrades, or new installations, our team is equipped to handle a wide range of orchard maintenance and improvement projects.
