…see what the EC levels are in the irrigation water going into the heavy irrigation period,” Bianchi says. “But also assessing what the EC of that pore water is which…
Garden Décor
…regularly, and can (actually should) even be used as a component for irrigation and drainage. Plus, like rocks, they hold temperatures for longer, so water can provide some warmth at…
Climate Smart Israel – Delegation Update
…measure water flow in citrus trees as well as stem growth and contraction; thermal imaging and drones to detect real time irrigation needs; automatic traps to monitor pests and real…
Climate Smart Israel
…Netafim, a pioneer in drip irrigation and water use efficiency solutions, was established in 1965 by farmers in the Negev desert by the Kibbutz Hatzerim. According to CEO Ran Maidan…
SWEEP Funding
…million will be available for competitive grant funding to provide financial assistance to implement irrigation systems that reduce greenhouse gases and save water at California agricultural operations. This project is…
Agri View: Troubled Ocean Waters
…earnest, the oceans were viewed as even a larger waste repository. Early civilizations were located adjacent to bodies of water for sources of food, irrigation, drinking water, transportation, and a…
Pacific Region Fruit and Nut Review
…improve the canopy microclimate. Walnut orchard irrigation continued. Sprays were administered to eliminate the weeds. Other controls such as mowing were also being utilized to manage weeds. In Madera County,…
California Delegation Set to Learn Conservation Strategies
…for Irrigation Technology, CSU Fresno -Khaled M. Bali, Ph.D, Irrigation/Water Management Advisor, University of California – Cooperative Extension -Steven Moore, Board Member, State Water Resources Control Board -Kamyar Guivetchi, P.E,…
Almond Growers Now Have Irrigation Calculator
…by the Almond Board of California that encourages all almond growers to adopt irrigation management practices to improve irrigation efficiency. The Almond Irrigation Improvement Continuum, developed in partnership with UC,…
State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program Assistance Workshops
…to SWEEP applicants. Technical assistance workshops that provide hands-on application assistance are critical to the success of SWEEP and the implementation of efficient irrigation systems to save water and reduce…
Water Briefing Clarifies ‘Wet’ Winter
…Jones The California Department of Water Resources and Water Education Foundation, in cooperation with the Center for Irrigation Technology, held a water briefing seminar at California State University of Fresno….
California Farmers Count Every Drop
…switching to crops that yield higher value per unit of water; and switching irrigation technologies. Almost all California cropland is irrigated, so continued improvements in irrigation efficiency are key to…
Many Still Pondering Low Water Allocations
Many are still wondering how some growers who rely on the Central Valley Water Project for irrigation are getting such low water allocations this year. Consumers might see higher prices…
More Overhead Irrigation in California’s Future
Researchers see more overhead irrigation in California’s future Overhead irrigation systems have revolutionized agriculture across the United States and in other parts of the world, using less water than furrow…