HOW FERTILISER AUTOMATION TRANSFORMED ONE WA FARM

Still manually dosing fertiliser into your irrigation system?
Across orchards, vineyards and field-grown crops throughout Australia, manual dosing often leads to nutrient swings and exposes your team to chemical handling. Without automation, you miss out on precise control, consistent plant nutrition and a major reduction in labour.

At Global Pumps, we help growers across Australia overcome these challenges with simple, reliable dosing systems. A recent success with a new farming operation in Western Australia shows how the right setup can improve efficiency, boost consistency and make day-to-day work easier.

The Challenge:

We worked with a trusted farm service provider to find a reliable pump solution for a new avocado farming operation in Western Australia. Before reaching out to us, the team was manually slug dosing fertiliser once a week — a process that was labour-intensive, inconsistent, and involved direct chemical handling.

They needed a better way to deliver nutrients through their irrigation system — something that would reduce manual work, improve dosing accuracy, and create a more stable environment for crop growth. With a new setup underway, they wanted a dosing system that could integrate seamlessly, run with minimal maintenance, and support long-term productivity.

The Solution:

After assessing the site’s needs, our team recommended a combination of Verderflex Dura 15 and Dura 35 pumps to manage the varying flow requirements of the irrigation system.

These peristaltic pumps offered the accuracy, chemical resistance, and hands-off operation the farm was looking for. Once installed, the system allowed for precise nutrient dosing fully integrated into the irrigation line — removing the need for weekly manual input and improving consistency across the crop.

 "We've been using Global Pumps' Dura 15 and Dura 35 pumps for our operations, and the performance has exceeded our expectations. Both pumps have proven to be incredibly reliable, low-maintenance, and efficient, even under demanding conditions. The Dura 15 is ideal for our lower flow applications, offering consistent output and excellent durability. Meanwhile, the Dura 35 has handled higher capacity requirements with ease, maintaining flow accuracy and minimizing downtime."
General Manager - Western Australian farm

The Results:

The new system changed the way fertiliser is managed on site. Instead of slug dosing once a week, the plants now receive a steady, accurate supply through the irrigation system — with no manual input required.

Here’s what changed:

• There’s no more lifting, mixing, or dosing fertiliser by hand — the pumps do it all.

• Nutrients are fed slowly and evenly, which helps reduce plant stress and supports steady development.

• The farm team no longer has to adjust or track dosing — everything runs on its own.

• Regular testing confirmed consistent nutrient levels in the plants, which helped boost avocado yields.

• Despite constant use, the hoses haven’t needed replacing — it’s been a low-maintenance win.

It’s been a pleasure working with a regional farm service team to deliver this fertigation upgrade. Supporting growers to move away from manual dosing and into more efficient systems is what we’re here for.

If you’re facing the same challenges — labour time, nutrient variability, or unreliable delivery — it might be time to explore a smarter option. The Global Pumps team is here to help you find the right fit. Get in touch today.