We have visited greenhouse growers all over the world to see how they are working with Pellikaan's Qlipr system.
Much has been written and discussed about our system. We thought it was time to see and hear from the growers themselves why they are working with our system, as the Qlipr System is gaining more and more popularity in horticulture; it is being used in Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Peppers and Aubergines.
Tempel Farms Organics is a diversified, certified organic vegetable, cut flower and egg farm located in Old Mill Creek, Illinois. Mike Morrison has introduced our Qlipr system in July 2018 and shares its experience with us.
The Qlipr plant clamping system, which consists of a galvanised crop hook and two stainless steel clips, has more than earned its place in cucumber and tomato production with over 12 million Qlipr clips sold worldwide to date.
The Qlipr system developed by Pellikaan Gewasklemsystemen is extremely durable: the clamps and hooks will last for at least ten years. This is a major advantage over plastic clips and ties. The Qlipr clamps and hooks can moreover be easily and eff ectively disinfected, say growers who use the system. “Steaming is 100 percent eff ective; we have no problems whatsoever caused by viruses or bacteria.”
Qlipr, the sustainable, efficient clamping system for cucumber and tomato production.
Cucumber grower Herman Keijsers has been working with the Qlipr system since 2003. Full of conviction: according to the grower and advisor, the system is easy, flexible, sustainable and efficient. "We save about a third on the number of hours, compared to turning in. Partly because of this, the investment in Qlipr clamps and hooks is recouped within five years. "
Paul Jeannet, manager of UrbanFarmers in The Hague, uses the Qlipr system in four different crops. After three months of testing he wants to say his opinion: "It is very easy to use as soon as you are used to it.It saves time and - that is the biggest advantage in my opinion - the clips can be reused after each harvest cycle We can easily separate the clips from the plants and compost the plants, because there are no plastic rope or plastic clips in the back.There is nothing wasted."
The Qlipr crop clamping system - which consists of a galvanised crop hook and two stainless steel clamps - has already earned a strong position in the cucumber and tomato cultivation sector as more than 12 million Qlipr clamps have already been sold worldwide. A tour at some 'Qlipr tomato growers' shows that the system can be used with all cultivation methods, it is easy to use and it cuts down on the work required. But perhaps most telling factor is that Qlipr is very sustainable!
The Qlipr plant clamping system, which consists of a galvanised crop hook and two stainless steel clips, has more than earned its place in cucumber and tomato production. Qlipr is easy to apply and labour-saving and can be used with all growing methods. It also has sustainability benefits: it leaves no plastic or string residues in the crop. This makes Qlipr an environmentally sound, future-proof growing system!
Eric Doef on high wire, supplemental lighting, diffused glass, farmers markets and energy strategies:
The crop clamping system Qlipr clearly adds value to the cultivation of tomatoes. That is the conclusion of the pilot conducted in the past year by Hagdorn Tomaten in Hochdorn/Enz. An important plus point for the owner, Heiko Hagdorn, is how sustainable working it is.
The Lidl Food price wants to encourage sustainable food production. The system, developed was by Cor Pellikaan of Pellikaan Crop clamp systems, a worldwide leader in cucumber cultivation.
