Geomembrane reservoir offers safety in food production

Water is an essential component in agricultural production. Without it, there is no way to maintain crops in good productivity conditions, much less generate food to nourish an increasingly growing population. Despite being a natural resource, there are times when its availability becomes scarce, as has been evidenced in the southern states of Brazil, in addition to Mato Grosso do Sul, since the beginning of this harvest due to long periods of drought. Until the first half of February, losses calculated by the Federal Government in these regions reached R$45,3 billion, but the scenario could worsen.

This entire context raises, once again, the importance of producers planning water management. Today, Brazil already has many technological resources in this area and extensive interaction between the industrial sector and agriculture, which can contribute in this regard. Geomembrane reservoirs are part of the industry's creations that enable farmers to store rainwater (or water from an adduction canal) for irrigation of crops in periods of water scarcity. In addition to meeting this fundamental need, this is a solution that can enable the diversification of property, serving other profitable activities.

Pioneering spirit

A pioneer in the supply of geomembrane reservoirs for agribusiness, Nortène studied in depth the needs of this market, especially in regions that already operate or could operate with central pivot irrigation, and developed the exclusive Polimanta Agro line. With options for different types of terrain, slope and capacity, in agriculture the product can be used in reservoirs, swimming pools, dams, biodigesters and irrigation channels.

One of the main characteristics of Polimanta Agro is its longevity, which is supported by its seven-year warranty, two years more than its main competitors. However, it is a geomembrane designed to last even longer, as explained by Diego Schmidt, agronomist and market intelligence engineer at Nortène. “If used correctly, its durability reaches ten years”, he explains.

With Israeli technology, the Polimanta® reservoir is produced with High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), which provides resistance to chemical agents, UV rays and oxidation. It also has high levels of resistance to perforation, traction and tears, a characteristic that provides water and financial security. When deciding to install, the producer receives full support in the project, with installers appointed and accredited by Nortène.

Care

Nortène's decision to develop this product is also related to the quality problems and anomalies found in traditional geomembranes on the market. Diego points out that these cause delays in the work and reworks that cause losses to the producer, but what is even more serious are those that are not identified, which in addition to financial damage can even cause fatalities.

“There are several risks in using products that do not meet quality standards, ranging from degradation of the material and risks of leaks, loss of water, to ruptures and damage to flora, fauna and the nearby community”, highlights the agronomist.

Quality for export

Nortène is a leader in Latin America in the supply of geomembranes and is certified as one of the only laboratories accredited with the GAY-LAP quality seal, an international accreditation that verifies compliance with current standards. This means that this national product can be exported anywhere in the world. “The same product that we export to a market that is extremely strict in terms of quality, we sell internally”, concludes Schmidt.