Irrigation and water management
Fresh Views: New freeze protection methods in blueberry
It’s that time of year again — for colder weather and shorter days, cozy sweaters and hot chocolate. This time of year also strikes another chord for those in perennial fruit crop production. The winter... more »
Ground resilience: Water conservation, sustainable practices improve land, plant health
Despite a changing climate, improving soil health can help improve ground resiliency. Several years of improved soil health practices can strikingly change land so much that a grower can walk into a field after a... more »
Irrigation efficiencies to benefit from AgTech partnership
An agricultural tech provider is partnering with another tech company to advance precision irrigation for growers globally. Almanac's partnership with WiseConn is designed to integrate smart irrigation solutions into Almanac's platform to help optimize water... more »
Water quality management in orchards: Maintaining grove water
Water quality management in orchards is important for ensuring a successful crop. Mike Wade, executive director of the California Farm Water Coalition, noted most efforts focus largely on controlling salinity and elements, such as boron,... more »
Irrigation supplier Reinke introduces precision center pivot irrigation system
Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has introduced E3, the first precision series of center pivot systems. The patented irrigation system offers unmatched accuracy and performance, providing tremendous value by ensuring... more »
Irrigation supplier Rivulis works to combat climate change
Rivulis, a micro and drip irrigation supplier, discusses agriculture irrigation’s role in combatting climate change. Agriculture holds a unique double opportunity to reverse adverse climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and removing carbon from... more »
Horticultural supply industry leader Kurt Dramm inducted into Wisconsin hall of fame
The Commercial Growers of Wisconsin (CGW) has honored Kurt Dramm with induction into the state industry’s Hall of Fame. Kurt Dramm, a leader in the horticultural supply industry, died May 16. He was 85. Dramm... more »
Exacto receives growth investment boost
Exacto, a provider of agricultural, horticulture and turf solutions, has received a growth investment from S2G Ventures and Skyline Global Partners. The investment aims to strengthen Exacto’s leadership in soil and water management and accelerate... more »
Reinke invests in robotics
Global irrigation systems and technology company Reinke Manufacturing is investing $12 million in the modernization and automation of its irrigation systems manufacturing facilities. The investment includes implementing advanced robotic technologies and expansion projects to increase... more »
Sensors guide growers on water decisions
Lisa Tate, a fifth-generation grower in Santa Paula, said she knew something was amiss in a block of young avocado trees planted on her family’s ranch.She had a hunch that too much water was sitting... more »
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