irrigation technology News
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Proper Irrigation of the Garden Using Intelligent Measurement Technology
In addition to the factors of light, temperature and nutrient availability, water is one of the most important prerequisites for healthy plant growth. If a plant lacks water, this not only inhibits growth, but in the worst case even leads to death of the plant. Since dry periods in summer are not uncommon, irrigation is of particular importance in practice. Water: The basic criterion for a ...
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Delta-T Devices sensors at the NIAB EMR WET Centre - 2020 data shows record crop yields due to smart irrigation breakthroughs
The WET Centre is an extensive research and demonstration facility that features a portfolio of innovative growing techniques and smart irrigation systems for the soft fruit sector. It showcases the latest solutions to improve water use efficiency and local water security, reduce costs and achieve industry leading yields and financial returns. Delta-T Devices has been an industry partner of the ...
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HydroPoint Data Systems, Inc. Unveils New WeatherTRAK Smart Water Management Solutions
HydroPoint Data Systems, Inc., the proven leader in Smart Water Management Solutions, today announced the release of three new industry-leading WeatherTRAK products designed to extend the company’s comprehensive offering of smart irrigation and central control products in 2012. WeatherTRAK continues to deliver the most cost-effective and easy-to-use ...
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Manna Irrigation and Jain Logic have Merged
We are pleased to update that the merger of Rivulis (Manna’s parent company) and Jain Irrigation’s International Business (Jain Logic’s parent company) is now fully completed. The merged company, Rivulis, will be a global micro irrigation leader, backed by two strong, long-term shareholders – Temasek and Jain Irrigation, and focused on transforming agricultural irrigation ...
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European Union awards FIGARO consortium €6 million for new precision technologies to improve irrigation management
Tel Aviv, Israel – The European Union (EU) has awarded FIGARO (Flexible and Precise Irrigation Platform to Improve Farm Scale Water Productivity), an international Consortium led by Netafim Ltd , €6 million to develop new precision technologies to improve irrigation management to increase water productivity in major water-demanding crops. FIGARO researchers will focus their efforts ...
By FIGARO
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Water content thresholds recommended for Gardenia jasminoides
More efficient irrigation management has become a primary focus in sustainable container plant production as growers look for ways to improve resource use and mitigate negative environmental impacts of fertilizers and pesticides that are often found in nursery runoff. Among the new technologies for increasing irrigation efficiency is the use of soil moisture sensors for automated irrigation. The ...
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City of Petaluma Smart Yard Program Will Save 45 Million Gallons of Water
The City of Petaluma Department of Water Resources and Conservation (WRC), a leader in developing and implementing innovative and cost effective water conservation programs, today announced the launch of Smart Yard®, an exciting water conservation program designed to achieve more sustainable water use for Petaluma water customers. Consistent with its mission, WRC will provide efficient water ...
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