SA Olive, in partnership with Pellenc and Willow Creek Olive Estate, recently organised a field day aimed at demonstrating the efficiency and effectiveness of the Buggy 5000 Trunk Shaker for olive harvesting. The event drew olive producers from the region eager to witness firsthand the potential benefits and functionality of this innovative technology.
The focal point of the day was the demonstration of the Buggy 5000 Trunk Shaker, expertly presented by Fakhri Souissi from Pellenc in France.
The demonstration provided attendees with insights into how this cutting-edge equipment can revolutionise olive farming operations, highlighting its capabilities in enhancing efficiency and productivity.
The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Wendy Petersen, CEO of SA Olive, setting the tone for an informative and engaging session.
According to Petersen, the SA Olive field days provide industry producers an opportunity to engage directly with service providers. “It’s an opportunity to exchange knowledge, insights and ideas amongst each other. This helps ensure that the entire industry grows and learns from each other.”
Features and benefits of the Buggy 5000 Trunk Shaker
Pellenc representatives introduced the Buggy 5000 Trunk Shaker, shedding light on its features and benefits. “The self-propelled vibrator for intensive harvesting integrates all of Pellenc’s harvesting know-how for intensive fruit growers.
“The comfort and precision of its controls enable high-quality work and increased yields. The perfectly mastered technology of the clamp lets you harvest quickly without damaging the bark of your trees, whatever the harvesting period or the age and size of the trees.
“Lastly, the choice of vibration sequences ensures that the fruit will be shaken free, even with olive varieties known to be difficult to harvest.”
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For intensive harvesting, it has no equal:
- Harvests up to 99% of the tree’s fruit, depending on olive variety, pruning method, and maturity.
- Yield: Up to 1 200 olive trees per day and 2 000 fruit trees per day.
- Three speeds to choose from for different ground conditions (stones, grass, mud, steep incline, etc.).
- Very low centre of gravity for better movement on slopes (up to 60%) and inclines (up to 45%).
- It can be used to harvest olives, but also cherries (for canned or candied fruit), almonds, walnuts, oranges (for juice), plums, and so on.
- Works on new generations of plantations and on hundred-year-old trees.
As part of its commitment to continuous education and innovation, SA Olive announced that Pellenc will be conducting additional demonstrations throughout the month.
Producers interested in attending the next field day demonstration can reach out to SA Olive for further details. The next field day will be at Tokara Olive and Wine Estate on 30 April 2024, from 09:30 to 14:30.
