VALENTE
CROP PROTECTION
Hail net | Rain cover
Hail net | Rain cover | Birds | Bats
Inspired Ag are the Australian agent for Italian made - Valente crop protection. We customise solutions for orchards & vineyards to protect fruit from damaging weather, birds and bats. Materials for our robust rain cover and hail net are produced & supplied by one company. These innovative and affordable systems have been refined over decades. They last longer than alternatives, provide value for money, with low installation and low maintenance costs. Key crops: cherries | berries | kiwi-fruit | grapes | apples. Orchard & vineyard protection against: rain | hail | bats | birds | insects |
ONE SUPPLIER ONE DELIVERY | ALL MATERIALS BUILT TO PROTECT, BUILT TO LAST
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Protect crops from hail, sun, wind, birds & bats
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Apples | cherries | berries | grapes
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All materials supplied by one company
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Durable, tested & reliable
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Boost class 1 yield for higher profit
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Holds up to 6kg of hail per sqm
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Reduces sunburn damage by up to 50%
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Reduce wind damage
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Cut irrigation water use by up to 30%
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ISO 9001 quality certified
HAIL NET | SUN, WIND, BIRDS, BATS
Tough protection against EXTREME weather
HAIL NET | SUN, WIND, BIRDS, BATS
Choose this robust, proven system, tested to face the harshest conditions, to insure your fruit from damaging hail, sun and wind. Or work with us to customise a solution against birds or bats. You will achieve superior quality and increased class 1 yield for a profitable season every year.
A single extreme weather event can wipe out a season's income making this system a smart investment long-term. Research also shows this system reduces sunburn by up to 50 per cent.
This system comprises prestressed concrete poles, connected by steel cables and wires that are anchored to the ground. High-density polyethylene net is produced by manufacturing monofilament with a technique called leno weaving. This specially manufactured net has a rectangular 2.8mm x 8mm shape that does not change shape under hail load. The net is installed over the entire support structure and is proven to withstand hail weight stress.
One supplier, one delivery | All materials, built to protect, built to last
Robust system for rain sensitive fruit
RAIN COVER
Rain covers are made from a woven cloth that is then made water proof with a plastic layer coating the film. This high quality cover forms a crucial component of this extremely durable system to protect rain sensitive fruit from damage.
Manufactured by Valente in Italy, with a reputation for quality and clever design, this system is industry leading. Prestressed concrete poles are connected by steel cables and wires. Anti-rain covers are reinforced by placing poles closer together and anchoring them to the ground. Hoods are designed with a galvanized steel strip, for firm connection to the pole.
These rain covers are proven to protect sensitive crops for an affordable, low maintenance system that lasts more than a lifetime. Easily combine with anti-hail net for maximum protection.
All materials supplied by one company - built to protect, built to last
WAYKI by Valente - cut labour hours and boost fruit quality
SEMI-AUTOMATIC RAIN COVER
Developed in Chile by Wayki and manufactured by Valente, the Wayki system is a patented, semi-automatic anti-rain cover for rain sensitive crops. Slashing labour hours to a minimum, a 1 hectare orchard can be covered in less than 1 hour.
This technology is an absolute game-changer prior to harvest when labour teams are busy and untimely weather can wipe out a season’s profits.
When it is not raining, trees can thrive in an open field environment for enhanced colour and sugar to improve class 1 yield and packout.
Wayki® system options:
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Anti-rain
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Anti-hail
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Anti-wind
For superior protection, combine Wayki rain-cover with a Valente anti-hail cover. Work with expert designers for a detailed solution and outstanding results. This state-of-the-art, versatile system is cost effective both in its purchase price and installation as well as in the subsequent maintenance of closing and opening operations.
All materials supplied by one company - built to protect, built to last
Frequently asked questions?
RAIN COVER
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Protect high value fruit: cherries | berries | kiwi-fruit | grapes.
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A complete suite of materials supplied by one company
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Durable, tested & reliable
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Boost class 1 yield for higher profit
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Manufactured from triple layer, waterproof material that won't heat up underneath
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Combine anti-hail net with rain covers for ultimate protection
Work with expert technicians to design a structure for your valuable crops. The solution developed will take into consideration what you are trying to solve in the field, the type of cultivation & density, irrigation system & climatic conditions. Our design team will accommodate a variety of planting systems. Netting can be retro-fitted to an existing support system or included in a new orchard design. Get in touch to work with our team.