Drag Hose System: Ross Waved Goodbye to Discharge Consents

‘I’ve looked into pumping systems, irrigators, slurry tankers…about everything you can think of. Then I saw the story about another Northland dairy farmer with a drag hose system and made an enquiry.’
Ross Robinson – Dairy Farmer, Northland

Ross liked that the RainWave^TM drag hose system could pump high volumes in one go, but also saw an opportunity to be able to use the system with his freshwater ponds for drought relief when needed.

Mike had visited the farm a number of times over the years, and with the effluent ponds situated down in the valley, recommended a more powerful Bauer Magnum SX1000 PTO pump for a consistent uphill flow and use on multiple ponds. Ross also decided on a TurboStir^TM 6000 PTO stirrer to get the nutrients well mixed before spreading.

The new system has been a big change for Ross, but now it’s in, he’s confident in his decision.

‘It wasn’t the cheapest option, but it was the best value for our needs. We’re thrilled with the whole thing. The pump is brilliant, and the RainWave^TM is fast and accurate. Couldn’t be happier with the decision.’