How many layers of plastic on round and rectangular bales?
• Four layers all over the bale at 50 per cent stretch with no underlapping. • New Zealanders recommend six layers, but stretch their plastic to 70 per cent, ie thinner per layer. • Six layers are recommended if transporting bales, if being left in paddocks on stubble, or for sheep and horses. • If a known proportion of bales are to be carried over each year, wrap these in six layers to probably give two years safe storage.
