Mobile drip irrigation efficiently delivers water to crops where it's needed and minimizes the amount of runoff. It delivers 10%–25% more water to the soil per gallon of water than traditional sprinkler systems.
Farmers can improve irrigation efficiency by scheduling irrigation, adopting deficit irrigation and conservation tillage practices, and installing more efficient irrigation systems. Sprinkler and drip irrigation systems are more efficient than furrow irrigation. S
For blueberry growers, water management is a key to success. The goal is to apply the correct amount of water at the right time to minimize irrigation costs and maximize crop production and economic return.
David Bryla |
Mar 2015 |
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Be sure to thoroughly water your lawn, garden and hanging flower baskets so they can survive periods of drought in July. You can also start planting vegetables for Fall and Winter harvest! Learn more in this guide.
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