Topsoil dam strawberries single-row

Frequently asked questions

Does the topsoil dam need straw or herbicides?

No. Between the dam rows there is Mypex fabric instead of straw, which reliably suppresses weeds – entirely without herbicides. On the dam, a pocket film protects the plants. Buying, storing, spreading and distributing straw by hand is no longer necessary.

How long do the pocket film and the Mypex fabric last?

Both last approx. 6 years. The pockets filled with soil fix the film to the dam and, at the same time, the Mypex between the rows – without an additional work step. After the one-off investment there are no more annual costs.

How is the topsoil dam irrigated?

A drip hose under the pocket film supplies every plant directly at the root. The film prevents evaporation, and rainwater seeps through the Mypex between the rows and returns to the dam through the capillary action of the soil.

What are the key figures of the single-row topsoil dam?

The row spacing is 1.20 m, giving 8,300 running metres (lm) of dam per hectare. The dam is roof-shaped and brings a clearly earlier harvest.

How must the soil be prepared before the dams are formed?

The soil must be loosened and mixed well to a depth of at least 25 cm – ideally first ploughed, then cultivated with a wing-share cultivator. It must be free of stones and coarse plant residues such as asparagus roots or maize stalks. The dams can be formed well before the planting date.

How can I use the system?

We form the dams as a contract service directly on your farm – without your own machine capital and also plannable for single seasons. We are happy to advise you on buying our machines. Call us or write to us.