What you need to know about the 4 types of fruit tree nets
Fruit tree netting is a generic term for a type of netting used for fruit trees, often referred to in agriculture, as plastic netting used for fruit tree planting.
Growing fruit trees is a tedious task that requires great effort, sturdy work and a great deal of experience and sound judgement.
To cope with the challenges of fruit tree planting, we often use fruit tree nets to achieve good results. For example, to cope with bad weather, with birds, with pests, with unusual weather conditions, etc.
Plastic fruit tree nets are very versatile and often one type of fruit tree net will have multiple functions.
- Fruit tree nets are considered to be the most effective way to deter birds from attacking fruit.
- Fruit tree nets are available in a choice of sizes and types of mesh, with small mesh to keep out pests and large mesh to keep out birds. These include sparrows, tits, seagulls, pigeons etc.
- Fruit tree nets keep out the wind and protect the fruit and trees in windy conditions. Reduces fruit shaking and loss. This is especially true for fruit that is about to ripen.
- Fruit tree nets can provide shade, and proper shading can promote early ripening of the fruit. And with proper shading, you can avoid excessive light from sunburning the fruit.
- Fruit tree nets can protect against hail damage. In some areas, which face bad weather such as hail every year, hail nets can be very effective in preventing damage from hail. Ensuring a consistent quantity and quality of produce.
The 4 types of fruit tree netting you need to know.
- Anti-bird netting
Bird-proof netting can be installed to provide reliable protection for fruit that is about to ripen. It can provide protection in various ways, horizontally, vertically, or in any other direction. This deters birds from entering the orchard and prevents them from attacking the fruit. Bird nets are available in a variety of sizes, so users can choose the one that suits their garden. These lightweight but tough plastic nets are effective in protecting fruit trees.
- Pest control nets
There are many chemical insecticides on the market that can kill insects. However, as a chemical method, insecticides can contaminate the soil. Successive years of insecticide use can result in chemical toxins being enriched in the soil and absorbed by the fruit trees, affecting the health of the trees and also the quality of the fruit. At the same time, years of insecticide use can cause insects to evolve and develop resistance, becoming more difficult to combat. Insect screens are therefore the best choice for fruit trees as a physical means. Insect netting can effectively stop the invasion of pests, limit the space available for adult pests and reduce the damage caused by pests. Moreover, it does not produce any environmental pollution. This is the best choice.
- Shade netting
The use of shade nets is very common in the cultivation of certain plants, especially greenhouse plants. Shade nets regulate the intensity and duration of light, promote the flowering of fruit trees or plants, promote fruit development and protect the fruit from strong UV rays. At the same time, the use of shade nets reduces the evaporation of water and lowers the ambient temperature, thus serving the function of water conservation.
- Hail protection netting
The use of hail nets serves as a preventive measure to protect the fruit from hailstorms. In some areas, hailstorms occur with high probability every year. Hail can be very destructive and can damage fruit, causing massive yield reductions or even extinction. It can even damage fruit trees, causing a reduction in yield or even the loss of production. The use of hail nets is therefore an effective way of protecting fruit and fruit trees.
Fruit tree nets are not single-use nets, but often have multiple uses. Hail nets, for example, can be used to protect against wind and birds. Shade nets can also be used to protect against insects. Bird netting can also be used to protect against insects or shade.
So, fruit tree nets can bring more profit while meeting your requirements and promoting the growth of fruit trees and fruits. Better yields and quality are obtained.
Conclusion
There are very different types of fruit tree netting and there will be many functions beyond the 4 typical uses we have discussed.
When we choose the right fruit tree net and use it successfully, we can often achieve very good results.
Moreover, the success of fruit tree nets as a very good form of protection for fruit tree planting has spread more and more widely. More and more plantation operators are turning their attention to fruit tree nets. Better fruit tree nets, higher yields, better quality and less effort in planting.
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