Which crops are most suitable for centre pivot irrigation? Who should consider using this type of irrigation?Practically all crops are suitable given that the plant is not too high to be accommodated under the centre pivot. There are, however, centre pivot systems available for taller crops such as Read More

With winter just around the corner, now is a good time to winterize and perform some preventive maintenance on center pivot irrigation systems.Irrigation system maintenance during the winter months is very important because it can ensure a system’s longevity, and regular maintenance can also potenti Read More

Agrico designs and manufactures a wide range of centre pivot and linear irrigators locally, in-house for farms across Africa! Our centre pivots are optimised for efficiency and designed with extensive engineering capabilities over 100 years of industry experience.Agrico centre pivots are reliable, s Read More

1. Food IndustryIf your business falls in the food industry, you might need a hydraulic pump to power your equipment. You need the cylinder to power forklifts to transport raw materials and end products from one place to another.Some conveyor systems source power from hydraulic cylinders to process, Read More

HIGHLIGHTS✔ Center-pivot irrigation systems are a great way to use water resources where exactly needed, reduce water consumption rates, and offer farmers convenience and efficiency. But to maximize their potential, they must be connected to a network for remote access, management, and control.✔ Sin Read More

Water is one of the most important aspects of farming. It is why civilisations have gravitated towards settling close to water sources for centuries. However, rain and the availability of water can not always be controlled. This uncertainty has been and continues to be a struggle for farmers. Luckil Read More

Is your irrigation system ready for the growing season?While pivots may be rugged and reliable machines, it is still a good idea to complete routine, pre-season pivot maintenance to keep them at their best. Things like harsh environments, tough weather conditions and colder winter temps can take the Read More

Pivot irrigators move around a centre point and can irrigate your crops or land in either a part-circle or full-circle operation. They can move in either direction and will often operate 24/7.These highly automated machines will give you precise control over the application amount – optimising water Read More

Nowadays there are lot of machines with major task to transfer one type of energy into another. Thus, hydraulic cylinders are widely used, depending on its type and purpose, devices have different design, allowing to convert fluid energy into mechanical.APPLICATION OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDERSUSED FOR VAR Read More

Directional Control Valves (DCVs) do so by directing the path of hydraulic fluid (flow) through a circuit. They are used to start, stop, slow, accelerate, and change the direction of motion in a cylinder.The internal control element of a DCV (sliding spool, rotary spool, or ball) is designed for all Read More