Topic: irrigation technology

published - 4 October 2018
By Nick O'Halloran
Renewables and Irrigation Webinar – What works and when? On and off grid systems

Agricultural research economists, Janine Powell and Jon Welsh (both AgEcon) share their findings about how and when incorporating renewable energy technologies and irrigation storage stack up.
Janine and Jon first began investigating the feasibility of renewable energy and irrigation in 2014 during the Department of Agricultures’ Carbon Farming Futures program and …
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published - 10 September 2018
The design of a Centre Pivot or Lateral Move irrigator

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 …
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published - 17 August 2018
Planning a Centre Pivot or Lateral Move system

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 pivot system has a …
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published - 27 July 2018
By Jeremy Giddings
Aspects to consider when choosing an irrigation system for horticulture

Irrigation system selection is an important aspect of setting up or upgrading horticultural enterprises. There are many different types of irrigation systems available, and in many cases there is no single best solution for any given situation.
Each irrigation system type has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on the situation, …
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published - 26 July 2018
Centre Pivot/Lateral Move 2 day training workshop

Agriculture Victoria – in conjunction with Sapphire Irrigation Consulting and Nelson Irrigation, will be running the following one and one-half day workshop for irrigators who are looking to receive the latest information in centre pivot irrigation management.
Topics covered, will include:
– Key componenets of centre pivot and lateral move (CPLM) systems
– …
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published - 24 July 2018
Centre Pivot/Lateral Move 2 day training workshop

Centre Pivot/Lateral Move – 2 day training workshop

WHEN: Tues 24th and Wed 25th July  2018
WHERE: Conference Room, DEDJTR building, 26 Wellington Road, Kerang VIC 
COURSE FEE:  $820 + GST Member, or $1210 + GST Non Member
SUBSIDISED COST: $150.00 + GST to Irrigators in the NCCMA Irrigation Region.  
To find out if you qualify, please contact Matthew Hawken, …
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published - 20 July 2018
By Jeremy Giddings
Variable speed drives — an energy saving option for irrigated horticulture

A variable speed drive (VSD) is used to adjust a pump’s flow or pressure to the field requirements (actual demand). Adopting VSDs in irrigation was historically for operational reasons such as providing constant pressure outputs, ‘soft starts’, or reducing pump wear. More recently, as energy prices continue to rise, the …
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published - 2 July 2018
By Rob O'Connor
Using soil moisture information to schedule irrigations

As part of the Accelerating Change project in Northern Victoria, various soil moisture monitoring (SMM) devices were used over the last 3 years under surface irrigated pasture and other forages on farm to assist with improved irrigation timing.
Key learnings
SMM provides objective and useful information for irrigation scheduling and reduces the …
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published - 7 February 2018
By Rob O'Connor
What to know about Soil Moisture Monitoring

Soil Moisture Monitoring (SMM) devices provide information about the water status of soil. This information can be used to help you achieve top yields and maximise productivity from your water by being better able to plan when to irrigate and apply the right amount of water. SMM devices provide an …
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