The Proven Netting System
Protecting New Zealand Orchards
A Net System Must Release Hail As The Load Builds—Or It Will Collapse.
Protects your crops.
Enhances your harvest.
Smarter Imports Ltd is a New Zealand-based horticultural solutions company. Our flagship product—SmartNet—was developed by a third-generation Nelson apple grower with over 85 years of family orchard history.
SmartNet is a practical, proven hail netting system designed to protect crops without sacrificing sunlight. Beyond hail protection, it delivers tangible improvements in fruit quality—including better spray effectiveness, reduced wind-related damage, and significantly less sunburn.
Our Story
Born From Necessity. Built By Growers.
In 2020, our founder—a third-generation Nelson apple grower—suffered a catastrophic hailstorm that destroyed 90% of the crop. It was a devastating blow. And as insurers began withdrawing from the NZ market or hiking premiums to unworkable levels, it became clear that growers would need to take protection into their own hands. Hail damage has long been a serious threat to New Zealand apple crops. But with climate change, these storms have become more frequent and severe, causing significant financial losses and affecting fruit quality. The unpredictable weather patterns and intense hail events now demand a robust, practical solution that not only protects fruit but preserves crop performance.
90 Years Of Family Orchard History.
Over 70 hectares of Apple Orchards protected by SmartNet
Why SmartNet?
It's not just about hail
Hail
Protection
Designed to release hail loads and prevent structural collapse during severe storms.
Less
Sunburn
Crystal clear netting diffuses harsh sunlight, significantly reducing sunburn.
Less
Wind Damage
Reduces fruit and branch rub from strong winds, improving fruit quality.
Better
Spray Coverage
A more stable canopy environment for efficient and even spray application, improving fruit quality.
Retrofit
Ready
Easily installs onto existing orchards using custom steel extensions.
OUR PRODUCTS
SmartNet Components
SMARTNET
Real Results From Real Growers
Over 70 hectares of Apple Orchard covered by Smartnet
