PrimeHort offers quality horticultural supplies for growers in all locations and conditions. There is no denying that work in the orchard or vineyard is challenging and diverse. From foliage management, pruning, plant protection and soil management – no two days are the same. Our products are designed to be robust, user-friendly, reduce working hours and improve the quality of every crop.
In June 2024, our Orchard and Vineyard team exhibited at WinePro in Blenheim. This unique, three-day event brought the best of the New Zealand wine industry together under one roof to share quality products and innovation across the entire wine process.
We took the opportunity to share the floor with sister company, FarmShop. Together we showcased the latest in organic mowers by Italian brand Fischer, along with PrimeHort supplies for bird netting fabrics, irrigation solutions, plant stakes and guards, proven fertilisers and herbicides, pruning tools and more.
We would like to thank everyone who took the opportunity to attend this fantastic event. It was great to join an industry who are constantly innovating and seeking ways to do things smarter, including organic practices.
From a commercial grower’s perspective, it takes hard work and knowledge to bring the aspirations of spray-free growing to life, and innovative machinery is one of the levers to pull. The Fischer Mower effectively mows under tree and inter row to eliminate herbicide use. It was wonderful to see a few people take up our offer of $1000 off a Fischer BV Fast Mower. This offer was exclusive to the WinePro attendees, but a little hint… if you make contact before end of July 2024, we can arrange a voucher for you too!
Here’s a quick recap on a few products from WinePro, all designed to maximise crop yields and make orchard management easier:
- Fischer BV Fast Mower – designed for NZ based on feedback from NZ growers. Custom Design and build with Hydraulic Adjustable Width – 170cm to 245cm. Machine can run at up to 15km/h – (due to the NEW blade design), that’s nearly twice as fast as any other model! Designed to run through higher grass – up to 35cm. Heavy duty for orchards and vineyards.
- Bird netting – multi row and side net – 10-year UV warranty, extra strength construction.
- Dripline – applies water directly to the root zone to limit wastage and provide more effective watering. Custom lengths available on request.
- Low-Density Polythene Pipe ideal because of its flexibility, durability, lightweight (easy to uncoil), cost-effectiveness, corrosion resistance, ease of connection, water efficiency, and versatility. Perfect for customised and long-lasting irrigation systems.
- Bamboo Stakes and Fibreglass Rods 1.2m
- Tree Guards – an essential item for growers as they look to protect precious young seedlings from chemical drift, weather events and pests. We stock a wide range to suit all conditions and budgets. From Premium Eco Tree Guards which are biodegradable and only require one bamboo stake per guard, to plastic Plant Guards which are highly cost-effective, to Tree Spray Guard Tubes which are popular for protecting seedlings from weather and pests such as rabbits – talk to us about the best option for your orchard.
- Weedmat and weedmat pins – Our recommendation for orchard growers is our Heavy Duty 100gsm Grade, designed to withstand extreme weather and excellent extra-wide options for easier installation. For Weedmat Pins we stock the full range of bio, plastic and steel.
- Herbicide control – as growers fight to control weeds for less competition for nutrients, water and sunlight, our Smartgro Clean Up Glyphosate is very popular for improving crop yields and easier harvesting and maintenance overall.
- Tree Ties – support young trees, keeping them upright and stable, reducing movement and promoting strong growth and root development. Check out our range of rubber easi ties, vine clips, anchor bands and more.
- Max Tapener, Tape and Staples – hugely popular with orchard growers for efficient tying of plants, vines, and trees. This tool speeds up the process, ensures consistent and secure ties, and reduces labour time (ties tree to stake in one action). Genuine Max products help support orderly growth and improve overall orchard management. Beware of cheaper imitation tools.
- Latex Contractor Gloves – heavy duty and a bestseller with orchard growers because they are machine washable and reusable, comfortable and durable with an elastic cuff to keep debris out and protect hands.
This is just a snapshot of our products designed for orchard growers. For tailored advice on orchard management, including organic mowing, economical irrigation solutions, horticultural fabrics or overall crop protection – please reach out, we would be delighted to assist.
