What is a Harvesting Cover?
A harvesting cover is a type of cover used to protect harvested products from fungal diseases, mold, and to present clean products after harvesting. Depending on the type of product, the size, weight of the fruit, and the fact that the fruit experiences more pressure on the harvesting cover due to the gravitational force when it falls, the grammage of the harvesting cover will vary. The harvesting cover can be used in different thicknesses for different applications.
Traditionally, green mesh was used as a harvesting cover. Earlier, even green sacks and cloth shawls were used.
The harvesting cover, which is usually spread under trees like mulberry, almonds, pistachios, figs, olives, walnuts, etc., is commonly known as green mesh harvesting cover or harvesting shawl, but the Yazd Laei harvesting cover, which is a new product, is quite different and cost-effective.
Why is the Harvesting Cover a Good Choice for Harvesting?
The harvesting cover is highly regarded for its economic and cost-effectiveness compared to other harvesting covers made from materials like canvas, green mesh, and plastic. Furthermore, this harvesting cover is lightweight, durable, easy to use, and highly efficient for its price. Installing and carrying this cover is easy, and it occupies very little space.
For seasonal harvests, such as those when unprecedented heat and cold waves require early picking of certain fruits, this cover is very accessible and cost-effective.
Applications of Harvesting Covers:
1- For harvesting high-quality and clean products.
2- Protection of product storage bins.
3- Widely used in processing industries. This harvesting cover is used in the production of raisins, dried fruits, dried tomato paste, dried vegetables, and dried figs.
Price Comparison of Harvesting Covers
The Yazd Laei harvesting cover is approximately 10 times cheaper than the green mesh harvesting covers. Due to the modern production method, this harvesting cover is much more affordable for consumers than the green mesh.
Main Features of the Harvesting Cover
The harvesting cover has the ability to be produced in wide and custom sizes. The larger the size of the harvesting cover, the more area it covers under the tree, preventing more products from falling on the ground and being wasted.
The cover has small holes (10 microns) that allow airflow, preventing product spoilage, mold, and moisture absorption from ground moisture or spring rainfall. If we want to increase the lifespan of the harvesting cover, it is better to use a UV-treated version.
What is the Purpose of Producing a Harvesting Cover?
The purpose of producing a harvesting cover is to protect the harvested and stored products from sunlight until the time of collection and packaging. Additionally, the cover, due to its breathable nature, helps prevent pest damage and drying of fruits and vegetables after harvesting. It also prevents dust accumulation and the entry of ground insects like ants, spiders, and airborne insects like bees and flies. The cover also protects the fruits from being crushed by contact with the ground and dirty soil…
Additionally, if harvested fruit is stored on the ground and rain occurs, or the weather is humid, the excessive moisture can cause the harvested products— the result of a whole season of a farmer’s hard work— to be easily ruined. This is where the importance of the harvesting cover becomes evident. The harvesting cover is particularly important in exports, as it ensures the collection of clean fruit without dirt and mud, and extends the product’s shelf life after harvest. Aside from these beneficial eff…
What Makes a Quality Harvesting Cover?
The ability of the harvesting cover to preserve the freshness of the harvested product.
The ability to prevent sweating and rotting of the product.
The ability to protect the product from rain and moisture.
It should also be easy to carry and install under trees or spread on the ground when necessary. This cover is very suitable for hot, dry areas that need good airflow and sunlight.
Types of Harvesting Cover Applications
Harvesting covers are especially useful for harvesting fruits like apricots, grapes, or apples, which quickly get sunburnt and spotted if exposed to direct sunlight.
2- For harvesting done by machinery, such as potatoes, beets, and tomatoes, where the fruits fall on the ground or into containers, using this cover ensures the product is protected from wind and dust.
3- Drying products under the harvesting cover is very effective. It is also used for drying herbs like mint, thyme, figs, and other processing industries.
The breathable harvesting cover prevents the product from getting dusty and accelerates the drying process without affecting the shape and color of the fruit or plant.
How to Use the Harvesting Cover Correctly
The correct way to use the harvesting cover is to immediately place the cover over the product so that sweating and color changes don’t begin.
If we do not use a UV-treated version of the cover, it is better to place the cover in a shaded area to increase its durability and protect the fruits and vegetables underneath from harmful sunlight. When the harvesting cover is not in use, it should be kept dry, neatly folded, and stored properly to extend its lifespan. The cover can be fixed to the ground with nails or stones, or its edges can be tied with ropes to nearby trees.
Harvesting Cover Sales:
Harvesting covers are sold through several methods:
– Direct sales from the factory with coordination with sales experts.
– Contacting Yazd Laei factory in Yazd Industrial City and speaking with sales experts over the phone for delivery via freight.
– Online sales through social media networks and Yazd Laei website, with coordination with sales experts.