Nelson Irrigation Introduces New Rotator Sprinklers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 28, 2024 This innovative dial-nozzle combines multiple functions — nozzle flush, line flush, shutoff — all without removing the nozzle.Read More
Spotted Wing Drosophila Surge Has Florida Blueberry Growers On Watch Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 18, 2024
How Drones Are Making Artificial Intelligence More Accessible To Farmers By Jane Marsh, Environment.co|March 14, 2024
Why the Right Filtration Is Key To Efficient Irrigation By Thomas Skernivitz|January 18, 2024 Five questions that should be answered during a grower’s filter selection process.
Use Irrigation To Help Protect Cool Vegetable Crops in Heat Waves By Michael Cahn|September 19, 2023 Here are some irrigation strategies to avoid heat damage in leafy greens, brassicas, and other cool vegetables.
Protect Your Potato Crops During Heat Waves By Carrie Huffman Wohleb|August 16, 2023 Irrigate to supply needed water and keep plants cool when it’s hot.
3 Steps Vegetable Growers Can Take To Conserve Water Through Irrigation Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 9, 2023 Check out a few tips harvested from USDA’s Sustainable Agriculture and Education “Building Soils and Better Crops” manual.
Microsprinklers Tapped To Help Protect Blueberry Blooms from Heat Injury By Michigan State University Extension|June 7, 2023 Michigan’s blueberry industry has been increasingly affected by climate change with spring heatwaves and long, dry periods causing potential yield losses.
California Tree Nut Growers Bat Lead Off in Climate Change Workshops By David Eddy|May 22, 2023 First of a series of learning opportunities launches to address potentially massive impact on the state’s specialty crops.
New Ag Irrigation Strategies on Tap in the Pacific Northwest By Thomas Skernivitz|May 19, 2023 Many in the PNW are watching water closely amid a rapidly changing environment.
Weather Woah! What a Difference a Half Year Makes for California Growers By David Eddy|May 9, 2023 Last fall, farmers in the Golden State were facing a serious drought, but those days are long gone.
Water Concerns Spark New Tools for An Evolving Ag Landscape By Global Ag Tech Initiative|March 19, 2023 Technological advances are giving growers options as using water more efficiently and effectively becomes a top priority for agriculture.
California’s Blueprint for Ag Growth Rooted in the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act By David Eddy|March 11, 2023 Keeping a close eye on water supply has never been more important to produce growers in the Golden State. The future of farming depends on it.
Precision Irrigation Helping Save Precious Resource for This California Vineyard By David Eddy|February 28, 2023 Grower is blessed with a beautiful but challenging location that he negotiates with the latest technology.
Proper Irrigation and Spraying are the Foundation of Your Nut Orchard By Franz Niederholzer|February 4, 2023 In uncertain times, the basics come first. Follow these tips to save time and money in the long run.
Hurricane Nicole Keeps Dry Season on Hold in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 15, 2022 Late-year storm dumps copious rainfall across parts of the Sunshine State, adding to what’s already been an above-average campaign for precipitation.
Pour It On! 6 Irrigation Tech Predictions for 2023 By Thomas Skernivitz|November 9, 2022 With water dwindling and costs rising, ag industry suppliers consider peak efficiency an absolute for growers.
Why California Fruit Growers Should Tap Into the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program By Thomas Skernivitz|November 7, 2022 The early bird gets the worm with grant program. Learn more about what’s known as ‘SWEEP.’
More Than 20 Inches of Rain! Central Florida Hoping to Dry Out in Wake of Hurricane Ian Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 21, 2022 September was a super-soaker for Sunshine State, some parts more than others, thanks to major storm.
Efforts To Save Water Pay Off Big for 7 Northeast Florida Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 15, 2022 More than $860,000 in cost-share funds going to fund local farm projects that will cut water use by 44 million gallons a year.
Improving Water Quality and Food Safety on the Farm By Michael Cahn|September 14, 2022 Using polyacrylamide can boost efficacy of chlorination during irrigation.
Watch Now: Western Growers Debuts ‘Water for Farms’ Online Video Series Posted by Thomas Skernivitz|September 4, 2022 Five documentary shorts detail how consumers will suffer because of drought cutbacks California farmers have been forced to make.