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Equipment Term: Pond Stirrers
Raining Nutrients with a SlurryTanker
Six hundred cows produce a lot of effluent, Tom Middlebrook thought he could put that to good use, with a slurry tanker to help him rain nutrients across the whole farm.
Before the slurry tanker, there was no effluent management.
Scott Korpershoek transformed effluent from a daily headache into a valuable resource with the help of a Nevada Slurry Tanker – boosting efficiency and productivity on his farm.
How Do You Get a Pond Stirrer to Pay for Itself?
A Nevada pond stirrer is a great investment to help you make the most of your dairy effluent. Find out how regular stirring can actually save you a heap of money by improving the nutrient levels of your effluent and maximising your storage capacity.
Liz Saved $30,000 in Fert
On-Farm in the Bay of Plenty with Liz Hodgson. Hear how Liz, reduced stress
and saved over $30K on fertiliser.
How to Stir an Above Ground TankÂ
When using the jet method, it only stirs the bottom of the tank and not the top. Jets can get blocked and a high volume pump, that uses a lot of electrical power is required to operate the jets. Over-The-Wall Effluent Stirrers The best approach to stir an above-ground tank is with an over-the-wall stirrer. […]
Why PTO Stirrers are a Contractors Best Friend
Nevada PTO stirrers are a contractors best friend, designed to be robust and strong, which enables contractors to break up crust with equipment that is durable for the job. With a Nevada Typhoonâ„¢ propeller, the stirrer creates a strong thrust to quickly break up the material and thoroughly mix the pond for pumping. Efficient Mixing […]
What’s Happening Beneath the Surface of the Pond?
Beneath The Surface​ Every dairy farm requires a minimum amount of effluent storage, which can be compromised without the right equipment in place. Crust can form on the surface which is visible on the pond, but what is more important is what is happening beneath the surface. If heavy solids are not all brought up […]
PTO vs Electric Stirrer
There are a few differences to consider when deciding between an PTO vs electric stirrer for dairy farm effluent management. In this article we’ll explore the most common, power availability, cost and slurry tanker use. Power availability If there is an electric pumping system with power availability at the pond, then an electric effluent pond […]
Why Do Effluent Ponds Get Crusty?
Wondering why the effluent ponds get crusty on your farm? Effluent crust is particularly a problem during the summer. The organic matter can dry out quickly, leaving weeds to germinate and grow to form a thicker crust. In the past, the traditional method was to manage the crust by allowing the biology in the pond […]
What Size Pond Stirrer do I Need?
Pond Stirrer Length and Power The two main aspects to consider are the length of the pond stirrer and the power capacity. The length of the stirrer is determined by the overall size of the pond and the batter of the pond wall. If the angle of the wall slopes down at a 45-degree angle […]
On Farm with Alan Coburn in South Taranaki
To spread effluent further down the farm, Alan invested in a Nevada 12,800L Tandem Slurry Tanker to complete his effluent system design.
How Often Should an Effluent Pond be Stirred?
Why It’s Important To Stir Effluent Stirring your effluent pond storage thoroughly allows for everything to stay in suspension. This keeps solids from crusting on the top and developing weed growth, or creating a hard layer at the bottom that can become almost impossible to break up. It is especially important to stir thoroughly if […]
Electric vs PTO Systems: Pros and Cons for Dairy Farm Effluent Management
What to Consider Before Purchasing Electric vs PTO Systems Competent Farm Workers Electric System: Can be more automated, reducing the need for direct involvement when effluent is being irrigated, making it ideal for farms with limited worker resource or seeking increased automation. PTO System: Requires farm workers to operate the system. Power Source Availability Electric […]
Ross Gets Nutrients Where They Need to be
Ross found a solution in a Nevada Electric Stirrer for solids building up in his pond.
Electric Pond Stirrer Best Practices
Installation The electric pond stirrer should be installed as close as practically possible to the pond with the base as low as possible to ground level (no higher than the manufacturers recommendation). The aim is to have the stirrer angled as horizonal as possible into the pond, hence longer stirrers are often the recommended option. […]
Ross Waved Goodbye to Discharge Consents
Looking ahead Ross Robinson could see discharge consents are on their way out, and sooner or later he’d be applying effluent to land – so he decided to jump in and get his farm sorted early.
John’s Thorough Investigation into Stirrers Paid Off
John’s floating stirrer was no longer getting the job done, the pond was crusting over, the pump was blocking…something had to be done!
Glen Calls it the Rolls Royce of Pond Stirrers
The new Nevada TurboStirâ„¢ 6000 fits right in with the effluent equipment operated at Effluent Spreading Services Limited, and owner/operator Andrew Cook is absolutely rapt.
Ian Wanted His Pond Swirling
Ian Bell wanted his effluent pond swirling. So when his first stirrer wasn’t getting the job done he went on the hunt for something better…
Richard was Determined to Get His Effluent System Right
After taking a keen interest in the effluent management system installed on a friend’s farm, Richard took their advice and gave Nevada a call…
Chap’s Pond Was Too Thick To Stir!
It’s no wonder Chap Zwiers’ 520 cow dairy farm has such luscious green grass…just take a look at his effluent pond!
Top 3 Slurry Stirrers for Above Ground Tanks
Electric Above ground Tank 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 […]
Why Horizontal Pond Stirrers Are Recommended
The aim of stirring your effluent is to keep solids in suspension ready for pumping out. But what’s the difference between a floating verticle and shore-mounted horizontal pond stirrer? In this artcile we walk you through, why stirring is important and the difference between both methods. Why? Because there are several unwanted issues that occur […]
New Effluent System Opportunity For Waimacher Farms
Aaron’s vision was to create an efficient effluent management system for maximising flexibility on the farm.
What Makes a Good Propeller
This is important not just for providing maximum nutrient value for spreading over pasture, but also for maintaining council compliance and keeping your equipment running smoothly. There are a lot of things that go into building a good slurry stirrer, but one of the key components is the propeller, so what makes a good propeller? […]
Where is the Best Place to Stir From?
Electric shore mounted stirrers, or PTO stirrers provide the right angle to get the whole pond swirling and keep the sediment from settling at the bottom of the pond, but if you really want to maximise efficiency the placement and positioning of the stirrer is also important. Where is the Best Place to Stir From? […]
Benefits of Electric Pond Stirrers
Cost effective At the same output, electric pond stirrers are generally cheaper to run per hour than a PTO slurry stirrer and are also more consistent. Electric motors have also been proven to have significantly less wear and tear than a PTO. TIP: To be even more cost and time efficient, program your electric slurry […]
Neil’s Benefiting From Mixing Over Separation
From weeping wall to mix and store – Neil’s reaping the rewards!
Ricky’s Pond Crust Gets Obliterated!
Ricky’s results are a testament to the difference the right pond stirrer makes…
Dennis’ Advice to Avoid Costly Mistakes with Effluent Management Systems
Dennis couldn’t be happier with his effluent management system…but he’s made some costly mistakes getting to this point…
Noel’s Transition To Land Application
A change of resource consent meant Noel had some changes to make…
How to Choose the Right Effluent Pond Stirrer
Let’s find you the right pond stirrer… First things first lets look at how to choose the right effluent pond stirrer. Starting with which type of stirrer you need, PTO or electric. Then we can get onto deciding on size. For pond or above ground tank effluent storage, you’ll generally be choosing between an electric […]
Gary Finally Found a Pond Stirrer That Works!
After struggling with underperforming pond stirrers, South Taranaki dairy farmer Gary Nickel found the solution with Nevada’s electric stirrer — delivering unmatched efficiency for heavy effluent management. Read Gary’s success story.
PTO Pond Stirrer: Marc’s Skepticism Was Overturned
Discover how Marc Feather from Feather Holdings transformed his effluent pond using Nevada’s TurboStirâ„¢ 7000 PTO stirrer. After struggling with ineffective equipment, Marc found a solution that delivered visible results within hours. Read his success story and learn how the right stirrer can make all the difference.
Luke’s Effluent Storage Is Sorted
Discover how Nevada helped a Waikato dairy farmer upgrade their effluent storage system, ensuring compliance and future-proofing their farm. Read their success story.
4 Top Benefits of Effluent Pond Stirring
Why? Stirring is a vital part of the process of creating nutrient-rich effluent that will help you save money and increase pasture yield. Here’s the 4 main benefits of effluent pond stirring: 1. Maintain maximum storage capacity Mixing the effluent together helps agitate the solids so that they’re broken down and kept in the solution, […]
