Cultivating at Valefresco

LOCATION: Valefresco, Evesham, Worcestershire 

MACHINE: Sumo Trio

2 minutes read | 04 February 2019

Valefresco and the Future of Farming

Valefreso are a leading supplier of salad products in the UK. Known for growing an array of fresh produce, including Pak choi, purple sprouting broccoli, corn cobs, and baby leaf salad, they are striving to set new standards in sustainable farming. Their cutting-edge hydroponic vertical farm, featured in the BBC’s Planet Earth III, showcases their commitment to producing high volumes of crops with a minimal environmental footprint. 

Valefresco’s dedication to sustainability is evident in their innovative farming practices. By embracing a min-till process and reducing intensive ploughing, they are living up to their mantra: “growing towards a better future.” Partnering with AMTEC, they procured a high-quality, one-pass used cultivator to further their eco-friendly efforts for those crops that are to be planted in the ground.

Sumo Trio Triumphs

When it came to choosing a primary cultivator, Valefresco opted for the Sumo Trio, a standout among competitors like Simba, Great Plains, and HE-VA. The Sumo Trio’s key features made it the perfect choice:

• Easier Maintenance: Removable rings extends the packer’s lifespan.
• Strong Build Quality: Durable enough to keep up the their powerful Quadtrac. 
• Unique Packer:  The Multipacka creates effective water runoff channels, prevents soil smearing, weatherproofs, and reduces carbon loss in tillage.

See AMTEC in Action

Witness the Sumo Trio at work on Valefresco’s farm in the gallery below. The subsoiler legs effortlessly cuts through the soil, the mixing discs blends harvest trash into the topsoil to enhance organic matter, and the packer creates these wonderful channels of consolidated soil. Each component works in perfect harmony to prepare a healthy stale seedbed, ready for the next crop.

Buying Second-hand Helps the Planet and the Pocket

As the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) gains traction, the importance of protecting and nurturing our soil for future generations cannot be overstated. One of the most sustainable actions farmers can take is to reuse and maintain existing machinery. Valefresco’s choice to procure second-hand equipment is a testament to this principle. Future versions of the SFI could benefit from incorporating provisions for purchasing used machinery, making sustainable practices more accessible to farmers of all backgrounds.

Choose AMTEC – The UK’s leading distributer of Sumo farm machinery and used agricultural machinery for sale in the UK 

At AMTEC, we offer a vast selection of quality used farm machinery for sale, all checked over and maintained by our skilled in-house mechanics. Investing in second-hand not only protects your budget but also supports sustainable farming practices. Our customer-centric approach is at the core of everything we do, ensuring all the farmers that choose us as their equipment partner save time and money while making the best decisions for their needs. Contact us today by calling 01926 640 637, sending an email to sales@amtec.co.uk, or by using the form on our website. Discover the ways we can help - you won’t regret it!