Agricultural Fabrics
Agricultural Fabrics
Farming in Atlantic Canada is as diverse as its climate, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for growers. To help farmers in this region succeed, Wolpin Enterprises provides a wide range of agricultural fabrics designed to protect crops, boost yields, and extend the growing season.
Row Covers
Extend Your Growing Season and Protect Your Crops
About Row Covers
Floating row covers are low cost and durable thermal blankets for your crops. They are made of multiple layered fleece fabrics adhered together to obtain the desired thickness for your intended purpose. They are absolutely critical for extending the growing season here in Atlantic Canada. Talk to us about what you’re growing and what you want to accomplish and we can get you the right row cover to achieve your goals.
When used effectively of row cover can:
Row covers are classified by their density (in g/m²)
Compare different densities of row cover:
P-19: 19 g/m² | P-22: 22 g/m² | CP-30: 30 g/m² | |
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Weight | Standard weight | Medium weight | Highest weight |
Light transmission | 85% | 79% | 70% |
Frost protection | 1-2⁰C | 1-2⁰C+ | 2-4⁰C |
Insect & Bird Netting
Keep Pests at Bay
If you want to minimize pest damage to your crops without the use of sprays, then netting is the answer. Our insect and bird netting is made of tightly knitted durable high density polyethylene that is UV protected to last for a minimum of 5 years in production. It provides an excellent physical barrier to prevent damage without overheating your crop. We have four different grades in many different sizes to fit your needs.
Small Mesh | Large Mesh | |
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Mesh size | 0.85mm x 1.40mm | 0.032mm x0.032mm |
Density | 70g/m² | 90g/m² |
Light transmission | 90% | 90% |
Porosity | 75% airflow | 62% airflow |
Best for | Cucumber beetle, Leek moth, Armyworm, Corn Borer, Onion Maggot, Squash Bug, Tarnished Plant Bug, and more! | Aphids, Carrot Rust Fly, Flea Beatles, Leafhopper, and Spotted Wing Drosophila. It also decreases damage from Swede Midge, Thrips, Spider mites, White Fly and more! |
Product Spec | Information |
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Mesh size | 0.25mm x 0.73mm |
Density | 130g/m² |
Light transmission | 90% |
Porosity | 75% airflow |
Best for | All insects *except* thrips, white fly and eriophyid mite |
Product Spec | Information |
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Mesh size | 17mm x 17mm |
Density | 30g/m² |
Size available | 22 ft x 390 ft |
Landscape fabric
Suppress Weeds and Improve Soil Health
About Landscape Fabrics
Do you want to decrease your weeding labour by 95% for the rest of your farming career? Landscape fabric is the product of choice for farms that wish to control weeds without the use of herbicides or single-use plastic film. It is a durable and non biodegradable woven polypropylene geotextile stabilized to resist degradation due to ultraviolet light and soil exposure and lasts for a minimum of 5 years and usually plenty longer. We also supply 6 inch steel sod staples for fastening your fabric to the ground. If you’re laying lots of fabric, it can be very economical to use one of our Staple Wasp staple guns.
Why choose landscape fabric?
Landscape Fabric Product Specs
Product Spec | Information |
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Width | 3’, 4’, 6’, 10’, 12’, and 15’ |
Length | 300’ |
Density | 100gsm |
Colours | Black, white |
Deer Fencing
Protect Your Crops from Wildlife
About Deer fencing
There is nothing worse than watching a crop you have nurtured to maturity disappear right when you are about to harvest. Here in Atlantic Canada, deer can be the primary culprits when it comes to wildlife pressure. We have a solution that is simple, effective, affordable and long lasting. When used in conjunction with T- posts you can create an effective physical barrier around your farm that can last for 10 seasons with minimal maintenance.
Our deer fencing is made of a super durable uv stabilized black polypropylene 35 x 50 mm mesh with a weight of 140 grams per square metre. The rolls are over 8 ft wide and 328 ft long, triple reinforced on the bottom.
Deer Fencing Product Specs
Product Spec | Information |
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Mesh Size | 35mm x 50mm |
Size | 8’ x 328’ |
Density | 140gsm |
Material | Durable UV stabilized black polypropylene with triple reinforced bottom |
Trellis Netting
Support Climbing Plants and Maximize Space
About Trellis Netting
Ideal trellis material for flowers and climbing vegetables like peas and cucumbers with a 6 x 6 inch mesh design maximizes plant support while keeping the material light and easily handled. It comes in 4 or 6 ft widths depending on your production spacing and/or height requirements.
Trellis Netting Product Specs
Product Spec | Information |
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Mesh Size | 6” x 6” |
Width | 4’ or 6’ |
Material | White UV stabilized polypropylene |
Other Fabrics
Do you have a unique need for a particular agricultural fabric? Give us a shout. We can source the material that suits your needs.
Shade Cloth: Regulate Light and Temperature
Shade cloth is an essential tool for controlling light and temperature in your growing environment. It can be used in greenhouses, nurseries, and outdoor gardens to reduce sunlight intensity, lower temperatures, and prevent plant stress. Wolpin Enterprises offers shade cloth in different densities and sizes to suit your specific light control requirements.
Silage Tarps: Preserve Your Feed and Reduce Waste
Silage tarps are a cost-effective and efficient way to preserve your feed while minimizing spoilage and waste. These durable, UV-resistant tarps help create an anaerobic environment, promoting the fermentation process and maintaining the nutritional value of your stored feed. Choose from our selection of silage tarps in various sizes and materials to find the perfect fit for your feed storage needs.
Sand Bags: Stabilize and Secure Your Agricultural Fabrics
Sandbags are a practical solution for anchoring and stabilizing your agricultural fabrics, such as row covers, shade cloth, and silage tarps. These heavy-duty bags can be filled with sand or other materials and placed strategically to hold your fabrics in place during strong winds or heavy rains. Wolpin Enterprises offers a variety of sandbag options to ensure your agricultural fabrics stay secure and perform their intended function.