Are PondBugs™ just the Latest Fad?
What are PondBugs? PondBugs are live organisms that when added to your effluent pond/storage work to promote biological activity. They are like a multi-vitamin for your pond, helping to digest the organic matter making the effluent more consistent, better for pumping, and providing a faster release of nutrients back into the soil when spread. Who […]
Slurry Tanker Buying Tips
On-Road? If you’re thinking of carting it on the road, there’s a few things to be aware of: Give Yourself Room For Growth When following up with farmers a few months after getting their slurry tanker, we hear they love the tanker, but wish they’d gone the next size up. While the size they bought […]
Troubleshooting Effluent Irrigators
Irrigator Wear & Tear Check your irrigator for any wear and tear/maintenance issues. One of the most common issues that will reduce performance is splitting or blocked nozzles. If the nozzles are split or blocked this will stop the momentum of the machine. The good news is, they are cheap and easy to replace. Leaks […]
Top 3 Slurry Stirrers for Above Ground Tanks
Electric Over-The-Wall Slurry Stirrers Over-the-wall horizontal stirring is the ultimate option because it is the most effective. A more thorough stir is achieved because the stirrer can be positioned far enough into the tank and angled for the best flow. This allows the stirrer to easily break up crust from the top (should you have […]
Why Horizontal Pond Stirrers Are Recommended
The aim of stirring your effluent is to keep solids in suspension ready for pumping out. Why? Because there are several unwanted issues that occur if you allow solids to settle: This leads to why we recommend shore mounted or PTO pond stirrers over floating vertical shaft stirrers…because they are far more effective in keeping those solids […]
Alternative to Removing Solids from Effluent Ponds
Stirring and pumping all effluent nutrients together is not always possible. We’ve come across a wide variety of effluent management systems, and the good news is, there are alternative ways to get the most out of your nutrients without needing to start over. The ultimate goal is to have efficient and effective systems in place […]
Slatted Floor Barn Storage – A Good Idea?
Popular in Europe, slatted floor barn storage is often a consideration for farmers looking for an efficient means of collecting effluent while feeding and sheltering their animals. As with most things, investing in a slatted floor barn with effluent storage can have a lot of benefits if it’s done right. If you’re considering slatted floor […]
Will Councils Ban Splash Plate Spreading?
With the majority of Europe banning the use of splash plates for effluent spreading, a common concern for kiwi dairy farmers with slurry tankers is whether or not New Zealand councils will do the same. While we may not be able to predict the future, we can provide some good industry insights on the matter… […]
Effluent Storage – 9 Common Misconceptions
Effluent storage – we all want to get it right, but there’s a few misconceptions that can sometimes lead us down the wrong path. Ideally most farmers look at the big picture, and aim for not only storage, but an effluent management system that’s efficient, effective, council compliant and futureproof, with low labour and maintenance […]
Planning a New Cow Shed? Important Effluent Management Considerations…
Building a new cow shed creates some big opportunities to maximise efficiencies around the farm. Fences will likely be moved, and paddock shapes may change, so it’s a great time to revamp your effluent system so it’s future-proofed, council compliant, and suits the functioning of your operations. Here’s some things to consider when planning your […]
Stone Traps & Effluent Storage Planning
When planning your effluent storage, lets not forget about the all important stone trap. As with any part of your effluent management system, getting the stone trap right will make for a more effective system with a lot less hassles. Here’s some things to consider… Why Install A Stone Trap? A well designed stone trap […]
Effluent Management: Working with Specialists Saves More than Money!
Setting up or improving your effluent management system is an important consideration, and something you want to get right the first time. Trust plays a large factor in who you choose for advice and to manage your project, and it’s important to work with someone you feel confident in. While there may be a lot […]
