{"title":"Hay Nets","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"gutzbusta-round-bale-net","title":"Gutzbusta Knotted Round Bale Net","description":"\u003cp\u003e Make your hay last longer and keep your horses happily grazing with the GutzBusta® Knotted 4x4 Round Bale Hay Net. Designed to fit standard 4x4 round bales, this heavy-duty net is a simple and cost-effective way to slow down feeding, cut hay waste, and support a more natural eating pattern in the paddock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from tough, UV-stabilised knotted mesh, this hay net stands up to the demands of outdoor feeding and large herds. The strong, structured design helps prevent hay from being scattered, trampled, or blown away, giving you more value from every bale while helping your horses eat at a healthier pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimension: 1.75m Wide x 2m High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet Colour: Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawstring Colour: Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: The appearance of our drawstrings is not consistent across all product photos, as the design has evolved multiple times over the past 15+ years due to ongoing product development and improvements; therefore, the drawstring colour may vary from images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e__________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to Fit Your Round Bale Hay Net Easily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure how to put your hay net onto a round bale? We have extensive information on this on our help desk which includes a video link. For a super detailed version on how to put a hay net on your round bale with lots of options on what to do with the drawstring, then please click here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the knotless and knotted hay nets are made from our very own GutzBusta® sizes that we have developed over the years with feedback from our customers. They are superior in size, strength, and useability. Having a super wide mouth that makes them easy to fill is one of the greatest attributes of our nets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s also important to note that you cannot compare the knotted nets to the knotless ones in terms of ply as they are made of entirely different materials. Ply refers to how many individual strands are in each section of the netting. The strength is in how strong those individual strands are, how tight they are, and what material they are made from. So you are comparing apples to oranges if you are comparing knotless to knotted in terms of ply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selwyn Equestrian Centre \u0026 Selwyn Western Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51860470890782,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/1877\/3790\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8bbee7be-3784-4e00-9567-6761133295f8.jpg?v=1779079725"},{"product_id":"gutzbusta-medium-square-bale-net","title":"Gutzbusta Large\/Medium Square Knotted Bale Net","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur GutzBusta Square Bales nets will fit all three sizes of large square bales (8x3x3, 8x4x4 and 8x4x3). The new design makes them larger and easier to put on. It reduces the incidence of colic, choke, stomach ulcers, boredom, hay wastage, and vices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis size hay net is basically a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eone size fits all\u003c\/strong\u003e'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehay net as it will fit all three of these Large Square Bales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that when using this net on an 8×3×3 bale, there may be some excess netting, as it is designed to fit bales up to 8×4×4. Encapsulating the net around the hay bale will help absorb much of the extra slack.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3.8m Wide x 1.1m High \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolds: Large Square Bale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNet Colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawstring Colour: Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHay Bale Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8x3x3' (2.4m x 0.9m x 0.9m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8x4x3' (2.4m x 1.2m x 0.9m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8x4x4' (2.4m x 1.2m x 1.2m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selwyn Equestrian Centre \u0026 Selwyn Western Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51860471513374,"sku":null,"price":277.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/1877\/3790\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d3679803-d259-450e-8781-00257e2ecbea.jpg?v=1779079883"},{"product_id":"gutzbusta-haystay-knotless-hanging-hay-net","title":"Gutzbusta HayStay Knotless Hanging Hay Net","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are pleased to offer our latest addition to our comprehensive collection of hay nets. These exceptional wall-mounted nets provide an innovative approach to the feeding and management of your equine and livestock. For many, the daily task of hanging hay nets can become quite burdensome. The process of untying knots can be both frustrating and time-consuming, particularly when wearing gloves. Our wall-mounted hay nets offer a practical solution to this challenge.\u003c\/span\u003ee are pleased to offer our latest addition to our comprehensive collection of hay nets. These exceptional wall-mounted nets provide an innovative approach to the feeding and management of your equine and livestock. For many, the daily task of hanging hay nets can become quite burdensome. The process of untying knots can be both frustrating and time-consuming, particularly when wearing gloves. Our wall-mounted hay nets offer a practical solution to this challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 1.6m Wide (Mouth) x 1.0m High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolds: 1 Full small bales of hay \/ 2 string\/ small bales or 10-12kgs \/ 24-55lbs of hay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNet Colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes 2 x 8mm Carabiner clips and length of rope attached to the two top ends of the net for securing to your fence, rail, tree, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttached to the netting flap that secures the hay inside the net, are 4 x 5mm Carabiner so that horses are unable to stick their noses into the net and eat the hay quicker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Super soft premium netting - 5mm thick, comprised of high strength PP (polypropylene) 240ply, which is the strongest available on the Australian market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese hay nets are more of a semi-permanent hay net, in that they are best used by mounting along a stable wall, yard or fence rail, or even in between 2 objects like 2 trees. These wall hanging hay nets can be securely mounted in place with the included super strong carabiner clips which are located at the two top ends of the hay net with a short length of rope to assist with tying. They are best utilized by bringing the hay to the net and filling on site. This can save considerable time, as opposed to going out to the yard or paddock, untying your hay net, bringing it back to the hay shed, filling it, then taking it back to the paddock, yard or stable, to tie up for your animals to eat from.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough they are capable of holding a full small bale, due to our unique square shaped holes, it doesn’t matter if you have one biscuit of hay in this net, or half a small bale or have the hay net chock full, your animals will still be able to graze from the hay net, unlike diamond shaped holes that collapse down on each other as the hay net empties, leading to frustration for the horse when they get to the end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilling your hay net:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your wall hanging hay net has been hung and positioned where you would like it using the 2 Carabiners and their attached rope that are including with your order, you simply bring the hay to the hay net, undo the 4 clips that secure the top flap down, open this netting flap up, and then load the hay net with hay. The super wide mouth (1.6m) of this net makes it exceptionally easy to fill. They are easier to fill if the nets are tied up against a solid object, however still easy enough to fill if hanging between 2 objects. Once complete, you bring the netting flap back over the mouth of the hay net, and secure the 4 clips, making sure your wind up the swivel on the carabiner clips so nothing is left for horses to scratch their noses on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no drawstring to use with these hanging hay nets, just clips, so filling is quick and easy. The 4 included clips are easy to clip and unclip and because they are a carabiner, you can increase the safely to your horses and livestock by screwing shut the actual clip lever, leaving nothing for delicate noses to get scratched or injured on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selwyn Equestrian Centre \u0026 Selwyn Western Shop","offers":[{"title":"20mm","offer_id":51860474265886,"sku":null,"price":132.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30mm","offer_id":51860474298654,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/1877\/3790\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_123a55c2-f53a-4f70-a805-d5e588cfe7ac.jpg?v=1779080016"},{"product_id":"gutzbusta-medium-knotless-hay-net","title":"Gutzbusta Medium Knotless Hay Net","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Medium GutzBusta Knotless Hay Nets are fantastic for stables, yards, horse floats, and paddocks, they are a great overnight net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf hand-filling from a round bale or loose hay, you will be able to add around 6kg+. If putting in a half a small bale of hay direct, then these will hold the weight of half the bale without problems at around 10-12kg\/ 22-26.5lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening on the long side they are very easy to throw biscuits\/ flakes of hay into. If you have 2, then you can put one medium on one end of a small bale, the other medium on the other end, and then cut the strings in the middle, and \"Voilà\" your hay net is filled…. simple and easy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 95cm Wide x 85cm High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolds: 4 -6 Biscuits \/ Flakes of hay or 10-12kgs \/ 22-26.5lbs of hay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet Colour: Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawstring Colour: Blue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selwyn Equestrian Centre \u0026 Selwyn Western Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51860476920094,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/1877\/3790\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_3e187bbd-9bfb-488c-ab3c-1b0c1eed8de9.jpg?v=1779087607"},{"product_id":"gutzbusta-large-knotless-hay-net","title":"Gutzbusta Large Knotless Hay Net","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Large GutzBusta® Knotless Hay Nets are fantastic for stables, yards, and paddock. 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In the case of inserting a complete small bale\/ 1 x 2 Stringer\/ bale of hay, these nets can easily support the weight, exceeding 25kgs \/ 55lbs without any issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 1.4m Wide x 1m High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolds: 1 small square bale \/ 1 x 2 Stringer\/ bale of hay or 11-25kgs \/ 24-55lbs of hay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet Colour: Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawstring Colour: Orange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis super soft netting is made from 5mm thick and high strength PP (polypropylene) with a super-strong 240ply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike our original knotted nets, the knotless hay nets are available in extra small to extra large as well as round bales and export bales. This means the new nets are still super easy to fill due to nice wide-open mouths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product can be thrown on the ground if your horse isn’t shod. It doesn’t have metal joints, too, so you don’t have to worry about your horses’ teeth or mouths getting injured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the knotless and knotted hay nets are made from our very own GutzBusta® sizes that we have developed over the years with feedback from our customers. They are superior in size, strength and usability. Having a super wide mouth that makes them easy to fill is one of the greatest attributes of our nets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s also important to note that you cannot compare the knotted nets to the knotless ones in terms of ply as they are made of entirely different materials. Ply refers to how many individual strands are in each section of the netting. The strength is in how strong those individual strands are, how tight they are, and what material they are made from. So you are comparing apples to oranges if you are comparing knotless to knotted in terms of ply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy are GutzBusta® Hay Nets so popular?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products are designed with large and strong drawstrings to secure the hay net around your round bale. It’s easier to put on compared to other hay nets available in the market. We’ve been making quality hay nets for over 8 years and we know how the netting behaves over time. This is why we developed a size and pattern that works to enable these nets to last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GutzBusta® Hay Net decreases wastage by up to 46%. In our situation, a 4x4 round bale of pasture hay can last 3 to 4 horses for 7 to 15 days with a 4cm \/ 1 3\/4\" net, depending on how cold the weather is. 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