Horticultural Twine

Long history in Twine

Empak has been involved in the production and supply of quality twines since 1970. As a market leader in horticultural twines in New Zealand, we have been able to establish a comprehensive range.

Our current range is focused on providing growers with quality twines for horticultural applications ideal for vine tying, training, and the support of vegetable and fruit crops such as Kiwifruit, Hops, Apples, Grapes, Tomatoes, Peppers, Berries and soft fruits. Our twines are available in a range of breaking strains and colours that are uniquely designed for each particular crop variety. We also supply single and multi-ended cops.

We ensure our twines are consistent, reliable, and meet the highest standards for horticultural use. With our long history in the supply of twines, we have established a reputation for excellence and reliability to ensure customer satisfaction.

Greenhouse Twine 6kg
Break Strain 27kg

Greenhouse Twine is a versatile solution designed to meet the diverse needs of greenhouse operations. Made from high-quality polypropylene in a crisp white hue, this twine offers exceptional durability and reliability for a wide range of applications.

With an extensive 9,000-meter spool, our greenhouse twine provides ample coverage for your greenhouse projects, ensuring maximum efficiency and convenience. Ideal for general greenhouse use, from trellising to plant support, our white Greenhouse Twine is the go-to choice for growers seeking reliable performance and superior quality.

Features

Colour: White
Breaking Strain: 27kg
Weight: 6kg
Size: 9000m spool
Serve a wide range of applications.

Kiwi Twine
Break Strain 33kg

Kiwi Twine is the trusted choice for vineyard support in the Kiwi fruit industry. Renowned as a workhorse brand, it is favored by growers for its reliability and effectiveness in stringing and promoting vine vigor.

With a weight of 3.75 kilograms and a breaking strain of 33 kilograms, it provides robust support for your vines throughout the growing season.

Features

Colour: Green
Breaking Strain: 33kg
Weight: 3.75kg
Size: 4688m

Horticultural Cop 50 Strand
Break Strain 33kg

Horticultural Cop is a high-strength, highly UV-resistant polypropylene twine specifically designed for crop support.

With a similar construction to the Kiwi Twine, it provides the convenience of a multi-ended coil that allows 50 twines to be cut to specific lengths at the same time, decreasing labour costs.

Features

Colour: Green
Breaking Strain: 33kg
Size: 80m

Kiwi Twine Heavy Duty (HD)
Break Strain 40kg

Heavy Duty 40-kilo Kiwi Twine is a high-performance solution designed for the demands of vineyard management. Featuring a distinctive yellow color, this twine offers enhanced visibility compared to traditional green twines.
With a robust construction capable of supporting up to 40 kilograms, our twine ensures reliable support for your kiwifruit vines.

Notably, growers have lauded this twine for its ability to address vine slip issues, where vines tend to slip more easily during cane lowering. The heavier grade provides added stability, minimising the risk of slippage and promoting efficient vineyard operations.

Features

Colour: Yellow
Breaking Strain: 40kg
Weight: 3.75kg
Size: 3400m

Hop Twine 5.5kg Spool
Break Strain 40kg

Our Hop Twine, the premier choice for stringing hops gardens. Crafted from vibrant yellow polypropylene, this twine is specifically designed to meet the unique demands of hop cultivation.

With a weight of 5.5kg and a breaking strain of 40kg, our Hop Twine provides steadfast support for your hop plants throughout their growth cycle. Whether you are stringing, training, or supporting, trust in our twine to deliver unmatched durability and performance.

Features

Colour: Yellow
Breaking Strain: 40kg
Weight: 5.5kg
Size: 5000m

Earthtwine™ Compostable
Break Strain 40-45kg

Earthtwine™ is a unique environmentally friendly biodegradable compostable PLA crop support twine. It has been developed with local growers to ensure that each product meets the standards and expectations of the industry.

EarthTwine will decompose fully in a composting environment leaving no harmful residues in the process. It breaks down into water, CO2, and biomass.

Features

Colour: White
Breaking Strain: 40-45kg
Size: 3800m

Sisal Cop 24 Ends
Break Strain 57kg

Untreated Sisal Twines are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. Provided in convenient cop form, each twine is multi-stranded with 24 ends, offering a total length of 150 meters per end. With a formidable breaking strain of 57kg, these twines deliver robust support for various applications.

Features

Colour: Natural
Breaking Strain: 57kg
Size: 150m

Parcel Twine Untreated
Break Strain 58kg

Our Parcel Twine Untreated is biodegradable and a versatile solution for all your crop tying and support needs. This twine is designed for durability and reliability in agricultural settings.

Each carton contains 12 spools, providing a total of 925 meters per spool. With a robust breaking strain of 58kg, our Parcel Twine Untreated offers unparalleled strength and support for a variety of crops.

Features

Colour: Natural
Breaking Strain: 58kg
Size: 12 x 925m

Sisal Twine Untreated
Break Strain 60kg

An eco-friendly solution for general crop tying and support needs, predominantly within the apple industry. Untreated and crafted from natural sisal fibers, this twine offers both strength and sustainability. Each spool boasts an extended length of 2,200 meters, providing ample coverage for your orchards. With two spools per bale, you’ll have an efficient supply to tackle your crop-tying tasks with ease.

Features

Colour: Natural
Breaking Strain: 60kg
Size: 2 x 2200m

Berry Visible
Break Strain 115kg

Berry Visible Blue is a high-strength, highly UV-resistant polypropylene twine that has been specifically designed for crop trellis support and is widely used in berry farms. This twine is meticulously crafted to withstand the demanding conditions of the agricultural environment.

Features

Colour: Blue
Break Strain: 115kg
Size: 2000m

Pipe Tie Lashing
Break Strain 180kg

Pipe Tie Lashing is the solution for securing irrigation piping coils with unparalleled strength and reliability. Crafted from the heaviest and strongest breaking strain polypropylene twine in our range, this product sets the standard for durability and performance in agricultural applications.

Features

Colour: Green
Break Strain: 115kg
Size: 2 x 2000m

UV-Stabilised Net Repair Twine 1.5mm

Our UV Stabilised Net Repair Twine 1.5mm thickness, is the essential solution for repairing damaged nets and netting. It is UV stabilise and offers unparalleled durability and resilience against environmental elements.

Features

Colour: White
UV stabilised
Size: 500m