Energy assessments of irrigation systems across the Murray Darling Basin have highlighted huge opportunities to improve irrigation energy efficiency. However, many farms still ask: How can I tell if my irrigation system is energy efficient? What are the likely costs and benefits of improving the energy efficiency of my system? [...]
We are inviting irrigation businesses to showcase their products, services and latest technologies at the Gippsland Irrigation Expo this year. The Gippsland Irrigation Expo will return to the Sale Showgrounds on Wednesday 20 May 2026. The last event in 2020 attracted more than 500 visitors and this year’s Expo promises [...]
The Agriculture Victoria irrigation team were recently contacted by a couple who had just purchased 40 acres at Dawson, Victoria. They were completely new to farming and wanted to develop their business model with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. They were particularly interested in advice on pasture and tree [...]
Drip irrigation systems use small-diameter tubes placed above or below the soil's surface. These systems are generally used in orchards, vineyards, or high-valued vegetable crops. Here we are going to highlight some aspects to consider when planning a drip irrigation system. Water quality Regardless of the irrigation method, all irrigators [...]
System capacity is a critical design component of any centre pivot or lateral move (CPLM) irrigation system. It is a measure of how quickly water can be applied to a paddock. It depends upon the flow rate of the water supply and the area of crop irrigated in the cropping [...]
Agriculture Victoria is running a one-day workshop for irrigators. Get the latest information on drip irrigation system design, operation and maintenance. Topics covered include: System specifications – understanding designs and specification sheets. System monitoring – measuring pressures and discharge. System maintenance – flushing, chlorination, and acid injection. The course will [...]
Following a recent assessment of a centre pivot irrigation system, modifications were made to improve energy efficiency by approximately 20%. This equates to potential cost savings of $40,000 over the life of the system or $2,664 per season. In 2020 an irrigation system check was conducted by Agriculture Victoria on [...]
Agriculture Victoria’s Irrigation team have revised and updated the Irrigation System Selection and Design Guidelines website which includes new information to better meet the needs of today's irrigators. The updated web-based tool is easily navigated and has a broad range of helpful resources including new instructional videos, animations, podcasts, drone [...]
When planning a Centre Pivot or Lateral Move (CPLM) system the following aspects need to be considered at the planning stage: Physical location (area, shape, topography, soil type) Water supply (flow rate, supply location, quality and quantity) Irrigable area (area to be developed, system capacity) Land area: A typical centre [...]
System design can vary greatly for Centre Pivot or Lateral Move (CPLM) irrigation systems. Variations in design can have a large effect on capital and operating costs. Paddock shape, soil type, local climate, crops to be grown and power source will all influence design requirements. Understanding these design requirements for [...]
