By Annie Yao

When I joined the agricultural community after living in the city for years, I didn't fully grasp the significance of the agricultural industry in our lives. However, during a visit to one of our clients in Australia in September 2021, I witnessed the entire process of food production - from harvesting to packaging and delivery. This experience made me appreciate the incredible dedication and hard work of farmers. Agricultural packaging, including Baler Twine, Net Wrap, and Silage Wrap, plays a vital role in ensuring their success.

Baler Twine Trends in Recent Years:

The Baler Twine industry has undergone rapid changes in recent years. As a staple of the agricultural industry, the development of baler twine has focused on exploring biodegradable or eco-friendly options for baling materials. This is crucial since the usage of baler twine remains widespread among farmers and ranchers who rely on it for baling hay and straw, essential for feeding livestock during periods of limited forage availability.

According to a report by Digital Journal, “The global Agriculture Baler Twine market was valued at USD 258.52 million in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 289.31 million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 1.89%”.

What Farmers Need to Know about Net Wrap in Recent Years? :

Apart from the same concerns as Baler Twine, farmers should be aware of the following three points about Net Wrap:

1. Time-saving: Compared to traditional twine, net wrap saves time during baling operations, increasing productivity and optimizing farmers' work schedules.

2. Enhanced Strength and Durability: Net wrap now provides better protection for bales during storage and transportation. It offers higher tensile strength, tear resistance, and UV stability, ensuring reliable performance in various weather conditions.

The development of net wrap has created a significant market for farmers to choose from. According to Verified Market Research's report in May 2023, “the Bale Net Wrap Market size is valued at USD 1.12 Billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 1.53 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.13% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030”.

The Latest Information about Silage Wrap:

Silage wrap plays a slightly different role in preserving the quality of silage compared to the other two products. It creates an airtight seal around the bales, protecting them from oxygen, moisture, and UV light. This ensures the maintenance of nutrient content, minimizes spoilage, and prevents mold or fungal growth, providing high-quality feed for livestock.

In recent years, silage wrap has been made from multiple layers of specialized plastic films, such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or low-density polyethylene (LDPE). These films offer strength, flexibility, and durability to withstand the wrapping process and environmental conditions.

Silage wrap is available in various thicknesses, typically ranging from 25 to 30 microns. Thicker films provide increased strength and puncture resistance, although they may require more time and effort during the wrapping process. The width of the wrap can also vary, usually between 500mm to 750mm, depending on the bale size and wrapping equipment used.

Conclusion:

While farmers understand the importance of baler twine, net wrap, and silage wrap as essential farming packaging products, some struggle to make the right choice. At T&H International, we offer top-quality agricultural packaging products and are committed to providing farmers with cost-efficient and diverse options.

And MOST IMPORTANTLY, our Eofy Sale is Here!!!:

As a special treat, with every pallet purchase, you'll receive FREE rolls of net wrap, silage wrap, or baler twine! It's our way of saying thank you for choosing T&H as your trusted supplier until the END OF JUNE Hurry up and place your order today!

You can reach us at the following contact numbers: 0472-629-337 0390-286-919 or contact your local distributor :

VIC: Tim Cleary (Ballarat), Everton Farm Supplies (Everton) killeen.ag (Bairnsdale)

WA: Claude Bian

SA: Claude Bian, Shard Gosling

NSW: Col Helson

TAS: Egor Klad

*This Sale is only for Australian Customer

References:

Bale net wrap market size, share, trends, Growth & Forecast. Verified Market Research. (2023, May 22). https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/bale-net-wrap-market/.

Agriculture Baler Twine Market Size, Share, Growth Statistics By Top Key Players | Donaghys, CLAAS KGaA mbH, PIIPPO. (n.d.). Agriculture Baler Twine Market Size, Share, Growth Statistics by Top Key Players | Donaghys, CLAAS KGaA mbH, PIIPPO.https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/agriculture-baler-twine-market-size-share-growth-statistics-by-top-key-players-donaghys-claas-kgaa-mbh-piippo