How Smart Irrigation Supports Year-Round Premium Production

Client: Nicol Carrots, Virginia SA
Industry: Horticulture
Irribiz Role: Irrigation Solutions Partner

Nicol Carrots is a family-run farming business producing high-quality carrots 12 months of the year, supplying major supermarkets and markets across Australia. Consistency of supply and product quality is critical to their operation, making reliable irrigation an essential part of their success.

Doug Nicol, owner of Nicol Carrots, values the reliability of the new irrigation system and the strong working relationship with Nick and the Irribiz Virginia team.

"Nick and the team understand our business and respond quickly when needed. Having that local support makes all the difference." says Doug.

The Challenge
Before partnering with Irribiz, Nicol Carrots faced challenges with uneven water distribution and the labour demands of older, less automated systems. They needed:

• Uniform irrigation across large and varied paddock areas
• Reduced water waste while meeting precise crop needs
• A more automated system to reduce manual operation and labour costs
• Ongoing technical support from a trusted local partner

The Solution
The Irribiz Virginia team designed and installed a tailored irrigation system that included:

• Precision pumping and filtration systems for consistent water delivery
• Infrastructure designed for even crop coverage across all paddocks
• Automation features to streamline operations and reduce manual labour
• A dedicated service and maintenance program to ensure reliability year-round

The Result

• Improved water use efficiency
• Consistent crop quality across the season
• Reduced labour requirements and quicker response to issues
• Greater confidence in meeting supply commitments every month of the year

 Conclusion
The Nicol Carrots project is a great example of how customised irrigation solutions, supported by local expertise, can deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, productivity, and crop quality. By investing in smarter systems, Nicol Carrots is well-positioned to continue delivering premium produce to markets across Australia.

Ready to achieve the same results?
Whether you’re looking to improve efficiency, upgrade existing systems, or plan a large-scale installation, our team can design and deliver a solution that works for your operation.

Talk to our project team at Irribiz. Call Brent on 0437 243 852 or Contact Us to start the conversation today.