IN ACTION

See Kiwi EcoNet being used

Watch Kiwi EcoNet in real baling conditions and see how the natural fibre bale netting runs through baling machinery, wraps the bale, and looks in practical farm use.

Hay bale with Kiwi EcoNet bale net produced by McHale V660 baler.

VIDEO

Kiwi EcoNet through the baler

Start here if you want to see the product in use. This video shows Kiwi EcoNet being used in baling conditions, including how the natural fibre netting feeds through the machinery and holds the bale.

Video: Kiwi EcoNet being used in baling conditions.

FROM THE INVENTOR

Grant Lightfoot explains the problem behind Kiwi EcoNet

Kiwi EcoNet was developed by Southland farmer and inventor Grant Lightfoot after seeing the problems plastic bale netting could create on farm. In this video, Grant explains the thinking behind the product and why a natural fibre alternative matters.

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Video: Grant Lightfoot on the development of Kiwi EcoNet.

FIELD PHOTOS

Kiwi EcoNet in practical use

Browse photos showing Kiwi EcoNet in use, including baling, finished bales, product handling, and recent field activity.

Unpacking new Kiwi EcoNet roll to install on McHale hay baler

Agricultural machinery with green metal components and a large roller, used for farming or soil preparation, set against a clear blue sky.

Hay baler using Kiwi Econet bale natural fibre netting

Welger baler with hay bale wrapped with Kiwi EcoNet bale net

Krone baler making hay bales with Kiwi EcoNet

Close-up of hay bale wrapped with Kiwi EcoNet bale net made by Krone baler

Large round hay bale on a grassy field under clear sky, used for livestock feed or agricultural purposes.

Feedout time using hay bale with Kiwi EcoNet

Feed out with hay bale wrapped with Kiwi EcoNet bale net

FIELD-USE NOTES

Practical points before using Kiwi EcoNet

Kiwi EcoNet is designed as a practical natural fibre alternative to plastic bale netting. The videos and photos on this page show the product in use, but farmers and contractors should still allow for the differences that come with using a natural fibre product.

Natural fibre handling

Kiwi EcoNet is made from natural fibre rather than plastic nylon, so it may handle differently from conventional plastic bale netting.

350m roll length

The current roll is 350m. This means more roll changes at baling time compared with longer plastic bale netting rolls.

Designed for balers

Kiwi EcoNet is designed to run through standard baling machinery and has been tested in baling conditions.

More guidance coming

EcoNet Store will update product guidance as supplier information and first-season New Zealand feedback become available.

The benefit comes after baling: no plastic bale netting to strip off, collect, store, recycle, or dispose of at feed-out.

Ready to take the next step?

Kiwi EcoNet is launching in New Zealand first. Whether you’re ready to reserve NZ stock or want future international updates, choose the path that fits you.

New Zealand farmers & contractors

Reserve Kiwi EcoNet for the upcoming NZ baling season and we’ll contact you to confirm availability, delivery, and next steps.

Reserve NZ Stock

Outside New Zealand

Join the international waitlist for future supply updates as the New Zealand launch progresses and international availability becomes clearer.

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