Over the last century, sod farming has seen many innovations. From dragging pallets across the plains to self-propelled harvesters, the industry has come a long way in so many aspects. Magnum is proud to power innovation for farmers with advanced machines and biodegradable netting designed with the future in mind. Let’s dive into why operations—and the planet—love our most eco-friendly netting.
Environment First
Studies estimate that there may be up to 6.6 million tons of microplastics in agricultural soil around the world. In addition to harming crops, these plastic particles can leach into the water supply and surrounding ecosystems, impacting wildlife. With sod farmers rolling up thousands of acres every year, plastic unfortunately has become part of the environment and our industry. But it doesn’t always have to be this way.
Magnum’s BioHarvestNet™ is made of 100% organic plant fibers and is USDA-certified biodegradable. That means after installation, the netting degrades into the soil without affecting the composition or the turf. Saving the planet is one thing, but saving on labor adds a new dimension to going green!
Customer Focused
During installation, crews may need to manually remove the nets holding the sod together. This is sometimes a requirement by the customer, or an added touch by the installer for quality control. By taking this step out of the process, our biodegradable netting saves time for crews and money for their customers! For massive projects like stadiums and golf courses, BioHarvestNet™ can save hours of time and thousands of dollars.
Next-Gen Sod Farming
No matter what the future holds, Magnum is dedicated to serving our industry by staying at the forefront of innovation. Our machines are designed to withstand the test of time, but after installation, our biodegradable netting isn’t! Contact our team to discuss additional options like field netting, or get pricing online to preserve the planet with BioHarvestNet™.
