How Can I Reduce the Chance of Snow Damage to my Caterpillar Tunnel
The forecast for wind or snowstorms can give rise to anxiety for many farmers. How do you best prepare for these events? The tips below can assist you in reducing the chance of sustaining damage to your investment. As the elders say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Snow and ice are best dealt with …
What spacing do you recommend between tunnels?
The quick answer is ten to fifteen feet should be between each tunnel. However, below are some variables to consider when planning ahead on how to space your tunnels, especially if you want to set them up closer than the recommended spacing. Shadows cast from one tunnel to the next can reduce sunlight available for p…
Can I install my caterpillar tunnel on a hill?
Yes. However, below are some variables to consider, and caution with prudent planning is highly encouraged. These are only our guidelines and not a guarantee. **Tunnel Orientation** You can install the tunnel perpendicular or parallel to the hillside. It is not recommended to trellis on an installation that is paral…
How do your Caterpillar Tunnels ship and what do I need to know about delivery?
The Caterpillar tunnels are shipped on a 4x8 wooden pallet via motor freight (an 18 wheel tractor trailer). Depending on the order, sometimes multiple tunnels can fit on one pallet. Below is an example of what a past shipment looked like. ## Delivery Time You will receive a pro number for tracking from Farmers Frien…
Do you have a distributor for your products internationally?
Below are the distributors we have for the **Quick Cut Greens Harvester**. You will need to purchase through one of our distributors when in these areas. Otherwise, you may purchase from the USA. _**Distributor **_ _**Place**_ _**Contact Name**_ _**Contact Info**_ _**Website**_ 1. Active Vista Australia James Hutchi…
What is the wind rating on your caterpillar tunnels?
There is no official wind rating on our tunnels. The caterpillar tunnel is designed to be a moveable structure. Therefore, it is inherently not made to withstand high winds. A tunnels ability to withstand wind is based on at least 6 factors: 1. Soil type 2. Water Saturation 3. Bracing 4. Anchoring Selection …
How Can I Reduce the Chance of Wind Damage to my Caterpillar Tunnel
The forecast for wind or snowstorms can give rise to anxiety for many farmers. How do you best prepare for these events? The tips below can assist you in reducing the chance of sustaining damage to your investment. As the elders say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The wind is best prepared for by …
Do your tunnels meet NRCS specifications?
Usually. Our tunnels meet the basic [325R][1] National NRCS specifications. Ultimately, you should contact your local NRCS rep and provide our installation manual found [here][2][ ][3]and the attached spec sheet for their review. Also, please find the attached NRCS guide for step by step instructions on how to apply! …
Why is one side of the silage tarp black and the other white?
The short answer--silage tarp is a borrowed technology where white side up and black side down is used to prevent spoilage or breakdown of silage. Market gardeners generally use the black side up to encourage breakdown and assimilation of cover crops or green manures and suppress weeds. However, white side up could …
Can I install an end wall on my caterpillar tunnel?
Yes! And we now have two options that can be purchased. The innovative Dutch-Door design features durable aluminum construction, and is wide enough for a BCS or farm cart to enter with ease! Or you may opt for the zipper door with 7‑foot entry access and an installation time of under 30 minutes. You can lea…
