Ditching & Field Drainage Costs
These contract charges are considered to be reasonable for operations carried out in normal circumstances. The rates include fuel, oil lubricant and operator's wages. Prices will differ from one district to another and will be affected by the contracted area. If the farmer supplies fuel, the price may be lower. The charges may be subject to VAT.
| Cost (£) | |
|---|---|
| Wheeled digger - bucket type | 16 to 20 per hour |
| Tracked digger | 22 to 28 per hour |
| Bulldozing | 45 to 65 per hour |
| Opening field drains only | 0.40 per metre |
| Laying drains (excluding stones) | 0.65 to 0.75 |
| Mole draining | 80 to 90 per hectare |
| Laying water piping | 13 to 14 per hour |
| Subsoiling | 14 |
| Stoner | 14 to 17 |
