Anti-Bird Nets

A bird net on the side of a timber bird net structure under construction by Grekkon Limited in Maragua area, Murang’a county. The crop under protection is apple

 

Our anti-bird net prices in Kenya per roll are similar by unit area in all our branches. In Kenya, strawberry, and apple farming are the largest consumers of bird nets. This is because birds love these fruits, and farmers protect them for they are high value products to be sold without blemish. Anti-bird nets are set up on all sides; roof and sides because birds will enter from any direction

Is bird netting worth it?

Yes it is. This is an essential tool when grwing crops like apples and strawberries in Kenya which attract brid pests. Bird pests cause huge losses

In strawberry greenhouse farming in Kenya, they are installed on the side to keep away bird pests, but to allow insects. Insects are key in strawberry production for the reason that pollination is needed for fruit development

Our bird net pores measure 20mm x 20mm in size

A woven anti-bird net roll by Grekkon Limited

How To Bird Net Apple Trees

In the open field crop production, anti bird nets for strawberry, apples, grapes, and other high value crops destroyed by bird pests during fruiting are important 

1. Method 1. An Economical Choice In Large Scale Apple Growing

• measure your apple tree size using this formula; [height + width]x2 x [height + width]x2
• pick our UV stabilised, high integrity net from Grekkon Limited
• lay it on the ground next to that apple tree
• ready your self with a broom, or other broad base equipment with a long handle
• get a helper- a tall one
• stand one on either side of the tree and hook your broom under one edge of the net to lift it over
• when you’ve gone as far as possible, take the broom out and get it under the net again a bit lower down and lift another section up onto the tree

How to measure your apple tree anti-bird net size

• go to the other side of the tree and hook the edge of the net with the broom and pull it towards you
• leave a little edge laying on the ground because most birds get in at ground level
• weigh the net down with planks or stones or by gathering the net around the trunk and securing it
• check for any holes or gaps

An anti- bird net on an apple tree

This method is the most cost effective as you only have your net covering where it’s needed. However, it is cumbersome, and as the trees outgrow the anti-bird net, the net will have to be changed

Method 2. Common In Lesser Acreage

Another way is to use timber poles or steel frames support systems. The net is laid as a roof, and also covers the sides

• measure out and mark spots to dig out 1M deep.holes 3M apart by row and 3M apart from each other
• set your 3M – 4M tall timber poles or metallic frames in these hole
• firm them in position with soil or concrete
• add strong wires or timber runners on the roof 1.5M or 2M apart to support the net
• lay the bird net

A bird net raised 3M above the ground in a young apple orchard by Grekkon Limited in Kiangwacii area, Kirinyaga county

The anti bird net will cover the sides to prevent bird entry

This method is quite expensive and the cost implication over large acreages will outweigh the benefits. However, it is not cumbersome and the net will not be changed as a result of crop growth

Method 3

For short crops like strawberry, a bird net support structure will be built above the crop on the planting beds upon which the net rests. This strawberry anti-bird net will cover the top and all sides to the bottom

A strawberry anti-bird net

Timber or steel structures are placed for support when the bird net is highly raised. When the net is lowly placed, then curved plastic pipes are used

How to use your anti-bird nets

 Anti bird nets are agricultural nets placed as side netting in greenhouse structures to prevent bird pest entry. Bird nets are in these specific greenhouses where the crop requires insect pollination to fruit, such as strawberries

Protecting an orchard from bird pests with an anti-bird net

Choosing anti-bird nets by color

The use of these nets is relatively new in Kenya. However, with intense agriculture systems growing in the country, their demand increases every year. We supply green or white nets as preferred by the user. White nets reflect back excess heat to prevent the accumulation of high temperatures in a structure or fish pond. Use in warm low land locations. Green nets reflect less heat and are good in cool highland locations

Netting is one of the most common and utilized bird control methods. It physically blocks pest birds from the desired areas. Installation must not trap birds inside, but only block them from getting in. We train farmers on the proper installation of these nets to avoid damage and tearing. Physical damage reduces the net’s overall lifespan. Grekkon Limited encourages the use of profiles and wiggle wires during installation on a high net structure. Do not nail directly on the bird net, and avoid excess weight 

Anti-Bird Nets

FAQs

1. What are the disadvantages of bird netting?

• It is an expensive undertaking
• It can damage tree growth if the tree is restricted by the net

2. How durable is bird netting?

Grekkon Limited’s UV treated bird nets last for upto 8 years in use

3. What size of bird netting do I need?

The size of your anti-bird nets depends on the crop area under consideration. There is no limite to the size to be installed on site

4. Can you use bird netting for chicken?

Yes. This will used in the place of wire mesh

5. Does bird netting protect from the sun?

No it does not. For sun light protection, shade nets are used to shield the crops

6. What is the most effective bird netting?

Bird netting is most effective when it covers the top, and all sides of the farm so that there is no entry point for any bird pest. Bird nets are also used with shade nets where the shade net is placed on top, and the bird net on the sides. This is to allow insects for pollination