Substrate Systems
We wish to provide our customers with complete and sustainable growing systems. The system must be integrated in design with the polytunnel, for maximum efficiency and output. Our range of products reflects the result of working with leading growers, including our own, to develop innovative systems that meet their needs.
Table top strawberry substrate systems vary in gutter width, spacing, angle, bracketry, and appropriateness one day to robots (we are working with robot developers now). Substrate systems for strawberries and other crops can significantly increase labour productivity compared to growing in soil. Non-harvest costs are reduced as there is no need to move tunnels or irrigation, make beds or weed. Substrate systems facilitate quick re-planting, allowing growers to double crop, maximizing investment per ha. For example, growers can plant a first crop of strawberries in summer to harvest in late autumn and then overwinter the same plant to take a second crop in early spring the following year. Or can do two plantings in the same structure in a year.
Other benefits of adopting substrate systems include the ability to use polytunnels semi-permanently for easier tunnel management with planners and neighbours. Growing is less weather and soil dependent as crops are grown typically in coir, the natural by-product of coconut fibre, or peat. Substrate production enhances crop uniformity and controls and eliminates the need for tractor cultivations and soil sterilisation. Substrate gutters enable the grower to catch and recycle water and nutrients and contribute to a drier tunnel environment.
We grow organically as well; however, we are strong advocates of substrate systems for high value conventional crops. They require good long-sighted purchase decisions as are with you for many years. They also require grower management training, which in certain circumstances we can provide.
Our commonly bought substrate range is below. Contact us with your specific objectives and we will work hard with your team to achieve them.
Canaleta de drenaje simple diseñada para canales de 1 m y 16 l o 0,5 m 8 l o para bolsas de 13 cm
Haga clic para seleccionarCanaleta de drenaje doble - el diseño original con canales de 0,5 m y 11 l o bolsas de 20 cm
Haga clic para seleccionarDouble Drain Gutter suitable for 16cm wide bag or trough
Haga clic para seleccionarDiseñado para brindar un sistema de calidad de invernadero para agricultores de túneles. Como ejemplo, este sistema de sustrato en un túnel de 8,5 m de ancho rinde 7.050 m lineales por hectárea.
Haga clic para seleccionarPermite una alta densidad de cultivos y es ideal para temperaturas más cálidas donde no se necesita bajar y levantar el túnel. Como ejemplo, este sistema de sustrato en un túnel de 8,5 m de ancho rinde 9.400 m lineales por hectárea.
Haga clic para seleccionarEsta alternativa de sistemas de sustrato puede bajarse para cubrir las plantas y mantenerlas durante el invierno para asegurar la cosecha más temprana. Luego puede subirse para aumentar la velocidad de recolección. Como ejemplo, este sistema de sustrato en un túnel de 8,5 m de ancho rinde 9.400 m lineales por hectárea.
Haga clic para seleccionarDiseñado para regiones de latitud media con altos niveles de luz o para agricultores que desean experimentar con plantaciones extra a mitad del verano o con luz artificial. Como ejemplo, este sistema de sustrato en un túnel de 8,5 m de ancho rinde 14,100 m lineales por hectárea.
Haga clic para seleccionarUna solución simple para brindar soporte los racimos cargadas de frutas
Haga clic para seleccionarBrinda a los agricultores flexibilidad para regular la altura de los soportes para racimos y hojas. El sistema puede optimizarse para diferentes variedades.
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