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Why Cheap Hail Netting Can Cost You More: A Real Case from a 200ha Orchard

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Why Cheap Hail Netting Can Cost You More: A Real Case from a 200ha Orchard
A grower with a 200-hectare orchard learned the hard way that cheap hail netting can lead to costly failures. After just two seasons, low-grade materials and missing UV protection caused massive breakdowns. Discover how EyouAgro's high-quality, warrantied netting prevents these risks and protects your long-term investment.

Recently, a new customer reached out to us with an urgent problem.

Two years ago, he installed hail netting across a 200-hectare orchard — but instead of sourcing from a reputable manufacturer, he opted for a lower-cost supplier to reduce upfront investment.

Now, that decision is costing him far more than he expected.

What Went Wrong?

After just two seasons, the netting started to brittle, crack, and disintegrate under sunlight exposure.
When he contacted the original supplier, they denied responsibility, blaming “excessive UV radiation” or the use of “harsh chemicals.”
The supplier offered no detailed explanation and refused to compensate, leading to a complicated legal dispute — and no solution.

The result?

  • Hundreds of thousands of square meters of unusable net
  • Wasted installation labor and removal costs
  • Crop exposure to new weather risks
  • A supply chain breakdown at a critical moment

Likely Reasons for Failure

Based on our industry knowledge, the netting likely failed due to two major issues:

  1. Use of Fillers or Recycled Material
    To cut costs, some manufacturers mix non-virgin HDPE or calcium carbonate fillers, which significantly compromise long-term durability. These materials break down quickly under UV exposure, especially in high-radiation zones.
  2. Lack of UV Stabilizers
    UV resistance is critical. Netting without sufficient UV protection will degrade rapidly in sunlight, even within just 12–24 months.

What We Do Differently at EyouAgro

At EyouAgro, we invest in quality to ensure your netting lasts 5–8 years, or even longer:

  1. 100% Virgin HDPE
    We never use recycled material or fillers. Every roll is made from high-grade, UV-resistant polyethylene.
  2. Tailored UV Stabilization
    We analyze the UV index of your specific region and customize the UV additive formula accordingly — blended directly into the resin during extrusion.
  3. Thermal Pre-Shrinking Process
    Our nets undergo a hot oven pre-shrinking step, reducing shrinkage during use and maintaining mesh size even under intense sun.
  4. Strict Quality Control
    Every batch is subjected to:
    • UV aging tests
    • Tensile strength checks
    • Infrared & visible light transmission tests
    • Batch retention samples for traceability
  5. Real Warranty and Support
    We offer a 5-year written product warranty, backed by clear compensation rules — providing real protection for your investment.

Conclusion

Choosing low-cost products may seem like a smart decision at first, but when it comes to agricultural protection, cutting corners costs more in the long run.

Cheap Hail Netting Isn’t a Bargain — It’s a Risk.

Don’t let poor-quality materials cost you your orchard. At EyouAgro, we provide UV-stabilized, 100% virgin HDPE hail netting — backed by a real warranty, strict quality control, and proven field performance.

Avoid expensive failures before they happen.
Contact us now to get expert guidance and a netting solution that’s built to last.

📧 info@eyouagro.com

About the Author | Expert Contributor

I’m Kevin Lyu, founder of EyouAgro and an agrotextile specialist with over 28 years of experience.
For the past 28 years, my team and I have provided protection solutions for farms, orchards, and greenhouses in over 55 countries. I write these articles to share our knowledge and help growers like you overcome challenges and achieve a better harvest.

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