Reduce Fertiliser Costs and Utilise What you’ve Got…

Nevada Blog Here What is the fastest irrigation method to get my paddock back into rotation?

Here’s some of the ways farmers can really utilise their effluent and reduce fertiliser costs… Expand your reach Slurry tankers and drag hose systems are rising in popularity for farmers wanting to cart their effluent over the entire farm. But the benefits reach further than that… Slurry tankers and drag hose systems fitted with low […]

Why Vacuum Pump Oil is so Important…

Nevada 10,000L Tandem Slurry Tanker

Why do slurry tanker vacuum pumps need oil? Vacuum pump oil does a whole lot more than just lubricate the pump. It’s needed for: What happens if the vacuum pump is not correctly lubricated? Feeding the vacuum pump too much or too little oil will affect the performance of the pump and reduce its lifespan. […]

Myles & Marty Tripled Their Capacity

Myles and his Nevada Tridem Slurry Tanker

When Myles and Marty, who own farms operating side by side, needed to upgrade their shared Slurry Tanker, they came to Nevada for a Tridem and cut their spreading time significantly.

Why Dairy Farmers are Trending Towards Larger Slurry Tankers

Nevada Tridem Slurry Tabker Loading Arm Hero

With larger slurry tankers, it all comes down to efficiency. Farms Are Getting Bigger Overall farms are getting bigger, or many farmers are owning multiple farms in proximity. With a larger area to spread over, irrigation systems are inadequate for the entire farm. A larger slurry tanker therefore becomes the obvious choice for farmers to […]

Dave’s Keeping The Cows Happy

Dave and his Nevada Single Axle Slurry Tanker

There’s not a ‘Mooo’ to be heard on David Smith’s farm in Coastal Taranaki…but it’s not from a lack of cows, they’re just waiting for a pat before leaving the cow shed to graize more of that green green grass!

Slurry Tankers vs Irrigators – Why have both?

Nevada Slurry TAnker spreading effluent with a RainWave applicator

Irrigators An underground pumping system gives you the power of automation. Woohoo – reduced labour! Not only is it great to automate tasks so you can get on with other tasks, but this is really handy during busy times like calving, or to be able to irrigate overnight when the sun’s not out. The main […]

Slurry Tanker Buying Tips

Nevada Tridem Slurry Tanker

On-Road? If you’re thinking of carting your slurry tanker 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 […]

Mark Solved His Council Compliance Issues

Mark standing proudly in front of his new Nevada 10,000L Single axle Slurry Tanker

​Mark faced two significant challenges on his dairy farm: managing effluent efficiently and reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers. By investing in a Nevada slurry tanker, he not only streamlined his effluent management but also enhanced nutrient distribution across his paddocks, leading to improved pasture growth and reduced fertiliser costs.​

Will Councils Ban Splash Plate Spreading?

Nevada Tanker spreading with a splash plate

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… […]

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