USDA To Offer Grants To Meet Water Challenges Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 25, 2014 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture will make $6 million in grants available this year.Read More
Pool Of Water Management Tech Tools Getting Deeper Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 20, 2014 Sonya Carns, president of Ag-Tronix, says there are new, innovative ways today’s growers can save inputs and optimize output.
New Variable Rate Irrigation Solution Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 19, 2014 Growers can order, integrate, and monitor electronic variable rate irrigation prescriptions from the office or mobile device.
February Forecast: Limited Water Supply In Westernmost States Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2014 While dry in the far west states, the report predicts a near normal water supply for most areas east of the Continental Divide.
Opinion: Remembering A Friend To Florida Grower By Frank Giles|January 29, 2014 Editor Frank Giles recalls how Stan Carter left us with a real legacy of protecting one of Florida’s most revered resources.
USDA Designates Nearly All Of California For Drought Disaster Assistance Posted by David Eddy|January 27, 2014 Growers in 57 of the state’s 58 counties are eligible for low-interest emergency loans.
Opinion: Florida Farmers Rise Above Water Worries By Paul Rusnak|January 22, 2014 The pressure is on for growers to stem the rising tide of regulations and public misunderstanding.
Florida Goes Back To The Well To Protect Water By Frank Giles|January 20, 2014 Lake Okeechobee’s troubles return the spotlight on the Sunshine State’s precarious relationship with a precious resource.
California Governor Declares Drought State Of Emergency Posted by David Eddy|January 17, 2014 Governor Brown calls for conservation statewide, directs state to manage water for drought.
Valley Irrigation Offers Cable Theft Deterrent Product Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 8, 2014 The precision irrigation supplier adds Proof Positive Span Cable to its line of products.
First California Snow Survey Of 2014 Is Bleak Posted by David Eddy|January 6, 2014 State braces for a possible third dry year; much acreage might go unplanted.
Water-Saving Invention Goes Global Thanks To Primetime TV Push By Frank Giles|December 18, 2013 Florida-based agriculture businessman dives into the “Shark Tank” and gets investors to bite.
Opinion: You Have The Power To Change The World By Paul Rusnak|December 17, 2013 Growers and other ag industry stakeholders should take heart that what they are doing is making a difference.
A Tomato Grower Offers Pointers On Irrigation, Crop Protection By Christina Herrick|December 12, 2013 Dave Dyrek of Leaning Shed Farm offers pointers on pest control, irrigation technique.
Irrometer Introduces Wireless Data Logging System Posted by Lauren María Alexander|December 4, 2013 New solar powered system simplifies irrigation management.
Tips To Prevent Winter Damage To Irrigation Equipment Posted by Christina Herrick|November 26, 2013 Michigan State University researchers recommend taking the time to winterize system to prevent the need for repairs in the spring.
NOAA: Drought Likely To Dog Southwest, Southeast U.S. This Winter Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 22, 2013 No strong climate pattern influence anticipated by forecasters.
California’s Initial Water Allocation Estimate For 2014: Just 5% Posted by David Eddy|November 21, 2013 Projection is based on current water levels in reservoirs, and is expected to increase with additional storms.
Trimble Adds New RainWave Precipitation Monitoring Feature To Connected Farm App Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 20, 2013 New precipitation monitoring feature allows users to evaluate rainfall and water availability for crops.
Yara Acquires German Water Sensor Company Posted by Brian Sparks|November 19, 2013 Deal to bolster sustainability and pair company’s offerings with precision irrigation.
