Bianca Henning – ProAgri
Proper irrigation can be the difference between the success and failure of a crop. However, a centre pivot can be a significant expense for a farmer, and it is only fair to expect proper value in return for money invested. What a farmers needs is an efficient, dependable and durable machine supported by prompt service delivery, expert advice and a thorough understanding of his or her needs.
According to Werner Jacobs, who farms on De Lagersdrif, near Stofberg in South Africa, Agrico offers all of this and a whole lot more. Werner grows cash crops, and keeps Dorper sheep and Boran cattle. He plants 40 ha of crops under irrigation, including maize and soya beans in the summer, and oats, wheat, lucerne, Japanese radish and lucerne during the winter months. When Werner decided to buy a pivot for his farm, he first contacted another supplier. After waiting several months in vain for service, he contacted Agrico. Within three weeks the pivot was installed on the farm and ready for action. How’s that for service?
Werner bought his first Agrico centre pivot in 2001. Little did he know that to this very day, that same pivot would still be operational. “When buying an Agrico pivot, you know the type
of quality you are getting, and the chances that you will encounter issues are minimal,” he states.
Werner added several Agrico pivots to his farm in recent years. Today he has six Agrico pivots, and he considers purchasing more in the future. According to Werner, when buying products from Agrico, you know that your money is being put to good use.
Since his first Agrico pivot was set up on Werner’s farm in 2001, not a single pivot has collapsed here to this day. The veteran pivot of twenty years has worked 19 000 hours and is still going strong.
“Agrico’s pivots really are tough. We still need to do basic maintenance, as you should do on any pivot, old or new, but the fact that this one is still working without major issues is just astounding,” Werner explains.
Jaco Swarts from the Agrico branch in Nigel is always available when Werner needs him. “What I appreciate most about Jaco is that he created a WhatsApp group with all his clients
and checks in weekly. I never have to wait to hear from him, and he always provides feedback. Whenever I need something, he delivers it to my doorstep,” Werner adds.
Agrico offers the farmer the peace of mind that his pastures and crops will not be affected by drought. It is not a cheap investment, but it is vital for the farmer who wants to expand his farming operation and increase security of yields. Werner utilises his irrigated crops for grazing to help fill the autumn-winter feed gap and reduce the cost of supplementary feeding. “The ability to irrigate the crops when needed also allows us to ensure that our livestock has enough feed during the winter months,” says Werner.
Werner describes the advantages that Agrico pivots have for him:
All Werner’s new machines are equipped with Agrico’s Cablesaver to prevent cable theft.
“Agrico is always available for maintenance and consultation whenever issues present themselves, and to help you to prevent things from going wrong,” Werner says.
Spilpunte bied ‘n uitstekende oplossing om groot areas effektief te besproei, maar verg ordentlike beplanning, installasie en onderhoud. In die verband kan die advies van ‘n gekwalifiseerde besproeiingsontwerper ‘n deurslaggewende rol speel, meen Johan Myburgh, hoof meganiese ingenieur by Agrico.
Ons is verheug om aan te kondig dat Anita Smith by ons sal aansluit as die nuwe bestuurder van Agrico Wellington en Agrico Paarl. Met meer as 30 jaar se ondervinding in die besproeiingsbedryf, ’n sterk agtergrond in administratiewe bestuur, en ’n passie vir kliëntediens, beloof Anita se leierskap ’n nuwe hoofstuk.
In hierdie ekslusiewe onderhoud gesels die Andrag-neefs, Walter en Roland, oor Agrico van vandag. Gebou op meer as ‘n eeu se ryk geskiedenis, doen Agrico alles behalwe stagneer. ‘n Groeiende taknetwerk, ‘n poel jong talent en aanhoudende investering in moderne vervaardiging, getuig daarvan. Lees meer oor hierdie twee bedryfsleiers se uitkyk op die landbou, en Agrico se seisoen van momentum!
Agrico stel die nuwe 12.5 m Hoë Spoed Dis bekend, ‘n robuuste werktuig wat ontwerp is vir doeltreffende boerdery met wyer werksdekking. Hierdie Hoë Spoed Dis, wat by NAMPO debuteer, help boere om tyd en geld te bespaar.
Fifteen years ago, Guru started his farming journey with little knowledge. Today, he has turned his 500 Ha farm in Zambia into a thriving enterprise and a family legacy. Using 20 Ha of drip-irrigation and two Agrico centre pivots, Guru has irrigated his way to success.
From efficient irrigation to purpose-built implements, Agrico offers the best of both worlds. Our expertise in irrigation design and seedbed preparation is what your farm needs to take it to the next level. Don’t believe us? Come see for yourself at NAMPO 2024.
