Bird Control with the Purivox Carousel -Triplex V

Customer Review of the Purivox Carousel - Triplex "V" for Bird control in a 38 ha Vineyard
Location: Martinborough (New Zealand)
Purpose: Bird control
Harmful bird species: Starlings, blackbirds, thrushes, and waxeyes
Protected area: 38 ha

With 38 ha of productive vineyard, divided into 20 individual plots ranging from half to six hectares, the logistics of vineyard management at Murdoch James Estate require a lot of coordination.

Late in summer, bird protection is a priority for Steve Plowman, who leads the four-person vineyard team.
Steve says: "Our plots are on varied terrain – by the river, on slopes, on cliffs, and on flatter areas – and there are many trees that not only enhance the aesthetics of the estate and provide habitats for beneficial insects, but of course also serve as homes for many birds."

"We cover all vines with bird nets, but as anyone in viticulture knows, it is extremely difficult to prevent especially the waxeyes from entering the nets. Even the smallest hole lets them in. Here we have large flocks of starlings, and also blackbirds and thrushes are abundant."

"We found the gas cannons particularly good; they produce a strong, loud bang, and as with all gas devices, they need to be moved regularly. We used the mirror pyramid that sits on the tripod gas devices – this is very effective. When the gas device fires, the pyramid rotates, and the random flashing of the mirrors was very effective."

Overall, Steve says he found the Purivox gas devices cost-effective. "They are reasonably priced and definitely perform their task very effectively."