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SUGAR CANE

Product catalog summary

Overview
Valley® Irrigation provides reliable, durable, precise, advanced, and responsive irrigation solutions specifically designed for sugar cane growers worldwide. The equipment is known for its ruggedness and ease of water management, allowing for significant labor savings and cost-effectiveness.

Key Features

Reliability: Supported by a global network of dealers, Valley® equipment is built to last.
Labor Savings: Multiple center pivots can be managed by a single technician.
Cost Effectiveness: Lower installation and operating costs compared to other irrigation methods.
Dependability: Operates efficiently on all terrains, from heavy clay to sandy soils.

Design and Engineering

Crop Clearance: Offers high-clearance options of 3.75 m (12.3 ft) and 4.6 m (15 ft) for sugar cane growth.
Heavy-duty Construction: Built to handle dense and wet sugar cane fields.
Adaptability: Suitable for fields of varying sizes and terrains.
Precision Application: Delivers the exact amount of water needed.

Cost Analysis

Installed Cost Per Hectare: Valley Pivot or Linear: $900-$1,500; Drip Irrigation: $1,700-$3,000; Overhead Sprinkler: $1,700-$3,000; Big Gun: $900-$2,100.
Valley equipment offers lower energy and labor costs compared to alternatives like big guns and drip methods.

Advantages of Valley Pivots and Linears

Efficient Water Usage: Minimizes waste and evaporation.
Uniform Coverage: Ensures even irrigation across fields.
Low Pressure Delivery: Reduces energy costs.
Chemigation Option: Allows for cost-effective application of chemicals and fertilizers.

Valley Linear Units

Irrigate up to 98% of planted areas in square or rectangular fields.
Suitable for fields ranging from 4 to 400 hectares with slopes up to 6%.
Units are towable for economic use across multiple fields.

Common Problems Eliminated

Drip Method: Issues like filter maintenance, plugging, and root intrusion.
Overhead Solid Set Method: High labor costs and poor water efficiency.
Big Gun: High labor and energy costs, poor water efficiency.
Flood Method: High labor costs and potential water-logging issues.

Conclusion
Valley® Irrigation offers a comprehensive solution for sugar cane growers, focusing on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability to various field conditions. For the latest information and pricing, growers are encouraged to contact their local Valley® dealer.

Catalog excerpts

Valley Sugar Cane Irrigation ®

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Sugar Cane Profits Sugar Cane Growers Worldwide Depend on Valley® Irrigation for Many Reasons Reliability—Valley® offers a network of dealers worldwide and has a reputation built on rugged, durable equipment. Labor Savings—Valley irrigation equipment makes water management easy. Multiple center pivots can be operated and managed by one technician. Cost Effectiveness—Valley pivots and linears offer a lower installed equipment cost per hectare/acre than other comparable forms of irrigation. Once installed, Valley pivots and linears have a low operating cost. Dependability—Valley pivots and linears...

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Valley Center Pivot Units Valley Linear Units • High-profile (3.75 m/12.3 ft) and ultra high-profile (4.6 m/15 ft) models available to fit all field sizes • rrigate up to 98% of planted area in square or I rectangular fields • ustom-designed to fit your field and irrigation needs C • rrigate 4–400 hectares (10 –1,000 acres) with slopes up I to 6% • wide range of options and features available A • inear units are towable between fields for maximum L machine economy Span Crop Clearances • High-profile unit 3.75 m (12.3 ft) • Ultra high-profile unit 4.6 m (15 ft) When It’s Time to Irrigate — It’s...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.

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