Information for purchasing a Four Wheel Hoe in Éire / Republic of Ireland
Media release for the Four Wheel Hoe in Éire (PDF)
Download a PDF brochure of the Four Wheel Hoe
Download the Four Wheel Hoe instruction manual (1.4 MB PDF file)
Download the Four Wheel Hoe blade length guide (100 KB PDF file)
Please ensure that you are fully aware of the possibilities and limitations of the Four Wheel Hoe, as described here. Key points are that the hoe will NOT work on ridges, it requires a flat soil surface across its working width. It needs a fine soil tilth without large stones, clods and little plant residues to be effective. Crop rows must be reasonably straight and even-widths. It is strongly recommended that you read the instruction manual to fully appreciate how the hoe works and its limitations and the blade length guide which contains important information on deciding what blade size to order. You can either order a standard size set of hoes, which you can cut down to your optimum size yourself, or at an additional cost of ten euros you can specify the exact length of hoe you require which you can work out from using the blade length guide.
In the Republic of Ireland the Four Wheel Hoe is eligible for the DAFF Grant Aid for eligible organic farmers. It is essential to contact the Department of Agriculture for more information prior to ordering your hoe. The purchase of a Four Wheel Hoe may also be eligible for other forms of agricultural and/or business grants and aid. Please consult with the appropriate organisation / advisors before making your purchase.
The design of the wheel hoe in Éire varies from some of the descriptions and photos on this site and the associated documents. The major change is the use of stainless steel for the frame, clamps legs and tools rather than galvanised mild steel. This is considered a significant benefit as stainless is even more resistant to rusting than galvanising and harder. The handle clamp system has been altered so that the vertical and horizontal adjustments are controlled separately and the handles are now painted rather than being galvanised. Photos below.
The price of a Four Wheel Hoe is €700.00 plus VAT and postage and packaging of €35.00 plus VAT @ 21.5%. Hoes can be picked up from Ballinadee Eng. Ltd., Ballinadee, Bandon, Co. Cork, during normal business hours (which means that P&P will not be incurred). Orders of more than one hoe are charged P&P at the same rate for each hoe (because each hoe is at the maximum package size for couriers)
If you wish to order additional components prices are:
Pair of T hoes €75.00 plus VAT
Pair of clamps €20.00 plus VAT
Pair of standard legs €16.00 plus VAT
Other components please contact Merf to discuss your requirements.
Please note that there is a limit of one additional pair of hoes plus a pair of legs and clamps due to the maximum courier weight limit. If you wish to order more parts or are ordering them separately from a hoe, additional P&P charges of €20.00 will apply.
Once your order has been placed Ballinadee Eng. Ltd. will send you a VAT compliant invoice which must be paid before delivery or pick-up.
Delivery time for your order will be in the region of two to four weeks.
Steam Weeding Ltd. reserves the right to make changes and improvements to the design without prior notice.
To place an order, or if you would like more information, please contact Merf ideally by . When placing your order please include the following:
- Your name, business name and contact details, suitable for invoicing and contacting you;
- The delivery address if different from your contact address, NB this must be a physical address that a courier can deliver to. OR if you would like to pick the hoe up from Ballinadee please state that you will pickup;
- The number of Four Wheel Hoes that you would like to purchase;
- If you want a standard (full) sized pair of T hoes or custom sized hoes at an additional cost of €10.00 + VAT and please specify the blade length and leg position measurements - please read the blade length guide for details.
- The number of additional components required such as a second pair of T hoes, or a pair of clamp and legs.
Many thanks for your order!
Happy weeding!