Apart from insects, the diet of birds is also composed of seeds, fruits and other plant extracts. Their activities are very interesting for birdwatchers but they may not be for farmers and gardeners. Instead of welcoming birds, farmers often consider them pests. Gardens and crops are sometimes damaged because birds feed on fruits and seeds. To protect plants from bird attack, a bird net is often considered an effective mechanism to save crops. The following tips can help you when buying bird nets for the vineyards. Tips on buying a bird net • In the market you will find a wide variety of bird nets and you may feel embarrassed when choosing the ideal one. It is recommended to consult a local agronomist before making the purchase. Know which birds represent a threat to your planting and the type of network that would be effective in protecting it. • At the time of buying the net you must make sure that the material is durable and that it has protection against the sun's ultraviolet rays and is resistant. • You should check the strength during the purchase. The strength of the network varies due to several aspects and the most important of all is the Denier. Denier is the thickness of the thread or monofilament that is used to weave or knot the net. The thickness of the thread or Denier varies from one brand to another but usually ranges from 410 to 540. • You must be careful with the weight of the network because the greater the Denier the greater the weight of it. Most bird nets usually weigh between 24 and 50 grams per square meter. The weight of the net also depends on the number of stitches per square meter. The weight of the net will be quite high due to the amount of seams even if the Denier is light. • The construction of the network is also very important. The square network has a point of contention at each corner. The hexagonal mesh consists of three points that hold each side. • It is recommended not to buy nets that are of a single fabric. You can check it by pulling a thread and you will end up untangling 3 or 4 points in case the network is a single point. • The shadow factor of the bird net should also be considered. You should always use a white net to promote the rapid maturation of the crops. Find out about the price range of bird nets before going to the market to buy one Bird nets and protection fabric by Bird Netting Depot & Landscaping is most effective as a barrier pest bird deterrent when it is installed properly. Proper installation is necessary to prevent sagging or drooping of the net, which can create gaps that will allow birds to get through. Bird Netting Depot & Landscaping recommends setting up a cable around the perimeter of the area being netted off; bird netting can then be attached to this cable. Bird Netting Depot & Landscaping offers a complete line of professional grade installation bird netting hardware to ensure the installation is fast, efficient and easy. Assistance is available for both the design and installation of your netting. |