Tama Assist Why Premium Edge-to-Edge Netwrap Still Matters…..Even If You’re Wrapping in Stretchfilm
When it comes to silage season, every decision on the field matters. One of the most debated is this:
“Why should I pay more for premium edge-to-edge netwrap if I’m just going to wrap the bale in stretchfilm anyway?”
It’s a fair question but one that could be costing farmers and contractors hundreds, if not thousands, in lost silage quality and wasted feed.
Standard or narrower netwrap often doesn’t extend to the edges of the bale, resulting in:
- Loose edges
- Uneven “shoulders”
- Poorly compacted bale structure
When these bales are wrapped in stretchfilm, those bulging shoulders trap air under the plastic, even when wrapped tightly.
And as every farmer knows: Air is the enemy of silage.
Once oxygen is trapped inside the wrap, the risk of mould, rot, and spoilage rises significantly.
Even a small air pocket can throw off fermentation. The result?
- Mouldy patches
- Bad odour
- Decreased nutritional value
- Lower palatability for livestock
- Crop losses
This directly eats into your bottom line. The cost of wasted silage from poorly formed bales adds up fast, especially over a full season.
Yes, a standard netwrap roll may be £1 or £2 cheaper. But let’s break it down:
- Let’s say you wrap 500 bales.
- Saving £1 per bale = £500 saved.
- If just 1 in 10 bales suffers moderate spoilage due to poor shape and trapped air…
- You could lose feed worth £1,000 or more.
Suddenly, the “cheaper” wrap doesn’t look so cheap anymore.
Premium edge-to-edge netwrap provides a tight, uniform wrap right across the full width of the bale. The result?
- Crisp shoulders and a consistent shape
- Dense bales that exclude air
- Better contact with stretchfilm
- A superior seal and fermentation
- Less spoilage, less waste, and more usable feed
It’s not just about looking neat, it’s about preserving your crop investment.
Wrapping plastic around a poorly formed bale doesn’t fix the shape, it just hides the problem.
Choosing a high-quality netwrap gives your bale the structure it needs before the wrap even goes on. And that leads to:
- Better silage
- Healthier livestock
- Greater profitability
In farming, cutting corners often costs more in the long run. Investing in a premium edge-to-edge netwrap is not an unnecessary expense, it’s an insurance policy for your silage.
So next time you’re choosing netwrap, remember:
“You can’t wrap over a bad bale shape. But you can prevent it with the right netwrap.”
Browse our high-quality edge-to-edge netwrap today or contact your local dealer and ask for Tama Edge to Edge…..work smarter, buy today to save tomorrow!