#AGRICULTURAL IRRIGATION

[mananwatertech]

What is the role of an irrigation controller in efficient water management?

Answer: An irrigation controller helps manage water use by automating irrigation schedules, ensuring optimal watering based on factors like weather, soil type, and plant needs. It improves water efficiency by reducing wastage, preventing overwatering, and ensuring consistent water distribution. Smart controllers can further enhance efficiency by adjusting to real-time environmental conditions, making them essential for sustainable agriculture and landscaping.

[dfshoutec]

T-type Disc Filters | Irrigation Filters

Agriculture Water T type Disc Filters

This disc filter contains a spiral structure, the high-speed rotation of the water during filtration to remove dirt from the lamination, so that there is a separation of sand particles, resulting in a good filtration effect.

Explore about the features and benefits of T-type disc irrigation filters!

[puroxipurewater]

Sprinklers are standard equipment for professional gardeners and those fortunate enough to have a lawn or garden of their own to enjoy in the evenings. This post is intended for you if you still perform this task with a hose or a water can. Continue reading to get all the information you need to know about agricultural irrigation systems and sprinklers.

[oasisirrigationequipment]

An automated water sprinkler has made it easier to provide water to crops. These are made of several components and fittings, ensuring smooth operation.

[rebeccathenaturalist]

I really hope they can work the bugs out of this solution, because if it's done right, it'll really be a win-win situation. Less evaporation of water, and solar power being generated every day? Yes, please. We are smart, resourceful beings, and this is far from the most difficult problem we've had to address.

This is also a great example of how we can go back and fix mistakes of the past. We very, very rarely ever come up with technological solutions that take long-term effects on the environment into consideration, and so the way many things are designed often leads to some sort of damage, whether through manufacture, use, disposal, or all of the above. Retrofitting canals (which have been used in agriculture for thousands of years) will have benefits not only in the ways mentioned above, but also gets people thinking more about the impacts we make.

I'm hoping that this will lead to more new technology being developed in ways that already anticipate and account for negative impacts so that they avoid them in the first place, rather than having to engineer new solution many years down the line.

[mindblowingscience]

Water scarcity and the high cost of energy represent the main problems for irrigation communities, which manage water for this end, making it available to agriculture. In a context of drought, with a deregulated and changing electricity market, knowing when and how much water crops are going to be irrigated with would allow those who manage them to overcome uncertainty when making decisions and, therefore, guide them towards objectives like economic savings, environmental sustainability, and efficiency. For this, data science and Artificial Intelligence are important resources.

Continue Reading.

[probablyasocialecologist]

Some of the world’s largest investment banks, pension funds and insurers, including Manulife Financial Corp.’s John Hancock unit, TIAA and UBS, have been depleting California’s groundwater to grow high-value nuts, leaving less drinking water for the surrounding communities, according to a Bloomberg Green investigation. Wall Street has come to Woodville, wringing it dry. Since 2010, six major investors have quadrupled their farmland under management in California, to almost 120,000 acres in all, equivalent to a third of all the cropland in Connecticut.

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This rush for water is an outgrowth of a decades-long bet on farmland by investors who see food cultivation as an asset class virtually assured of appreciating in a warming, more populous world. Globally, large investors and agribusinesses have snapped up about 163 million acres of farmland in more than 100 countries in the past 20 years. The land grab has given rise to a grab of an even scarcer global commodity: water. In a bid to ensure thriving investment portfolios, some of the world’s largest financial entities have amassed control over lakes, rivers and underground aquifers in places from California to Africa, Australia to South America, giving them outsize roles in managing an endangered resource that’s the basis of life on Earth. The trend has contributed to shifting hydrological patterns that stand to permanently disrupt communities’ access to fresh water. Local populations are paying the price in drained wells, high water bills and contaminated water supplies.

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In the past decade, parts of the San Joaquin Valley have dropped as much as a foot per year, according to the US Geological Survey. Subsidence, as the sinking is called, has damaged bridges, canals and other infrastructure that will cost billions of dollars to fix, the state says. The aquifers themselves are irreparable. Many groundwater basins, when drained, never recover their former storage capacity, hydrologists have found. “Groundwater in California has been treated as an extractive resource—you pump and hope for the best,” says Graham Fogg, an emeritus professor of hydrology at the University of California at Davis. “Capitalism is driving this. Investors don’t care, because in 10 years they can make all the money they want and leave.”

[lowcountry-gothic]

Indigenous practices could mitigate the effects of global warming. From building seaside gardens to water management in desert terrain, these time-honored practices work with the natural world’s rhythms.

Some might even hold the key to a more resilient future and a means of building security for both Indigenous communities and other groups disproportionately impacted by climate change.

Read more of these tips here.

[queen-boudicca]

Me when doing my environmental science homework, at every available opportunity:

[downfalldestiny]

Irrigation 💦 !.

[the-garbanzo-annex-jr]

Two of Israel’s most famous inventions are the commercialized cherry tomato and drip irrigation, so it makes perfect sense that another tomato/water innovation would arise here.

This time around, scientists developed tomatoes that are not only drought-tolerant, but whose yield actually increases in extreme weather conditions.

In a study recently published in the journal PNAS, researchers from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem crossbred two types of tomato species – a wild tomato from the deserts of western Peru and the cultivated tomato – with the aim of identifying which regions of the genome affect agricultural traits such as yields.

In the course of their research, which included DNA sequencing and data analysis of 1,400 plants, they identified interactions between two regions of the tomato genome that lead to increased yield. The new tomatoes are prolific despite consuming less water.

“Studies of complex traits in plants, such as yield and resistance to drought conditions, have been based on significantly smaller populations of around 200 species,” explains doctoral student Shai Torgeman, who conducted the research with Prof. Dani Zamir.

“This makes it impossible to identify all the interactions (epistasis) between the genes, as well as their influence on important agricultural traits,” Torgeman said.

“In this study, we genetically crossed two different species of tomato, and proved that by use of larger population and a genetic map that includes thousands of markers, it is possible to identify areas in the genome that have interaction between them that increases the yield.”

Now, the new varieties are being cultivated with the aim of commercializing them on the food market.

[mananwatertech]

Enhancing Irrigation Efficiency with Top Water Filter Manufacturers in Gujarat

In the agricultural heartland of Gujarat, where efficient water management is crucial, water filter manufacturers play a pivotal role. The challenge of ensuring every drop counts is more pressing than ever. As a leading water filter manufacturer in Gujarat, Manan Water Tech understands the importance of precision in drip irrigation systems. These systems conserve water and optimize crop yield, making robust filtration a necessity.

The Importance of Filtration in Drip Irrigation for Gujarat’s Agriculture

Gujarat's agricultural landscape is diverse, ranging from cotton to various cereals and pulses. Drip irrigation is the lifeline that ensures crops receive the exact amount of water needed. However, impurities like sand, silt, and organic matter can clog the emitters without proper filtration, leading to uneven water distribution. For this reason, water filter manufacturers in Gujarat must focus on providing reliable solutions.High-quality filters, like the PP Disc Filters, effectively filter out impurities before they can cause any damage. As an irrigation filter manufacturer in Gujarat, we emphasize that effective filtration not only enhances crop protection but also reduces maintenance costs, allowing farmers to focus on what they do best: farming.

What Sets PP Disc Filters Apart?

As a premier water filter manufacturer company in Gujarat, we offer PP disc filters that stand out for their precision and durability. These filters are made from polypropylene, a material known for its resistance to chemicals and harsh environmental conditions. The filters are designed with micro-grooves that trap even the finest particles, ensuring your drip irrigation system operates without a hitch.

Precision Filtration: The tightness of the disc stack in our filters determines the filtration level, capturing particles that could otherwise clog the system.

Durable Construction: Made for Gujarat’s agricultural conditions, our PP Disc Filters withstand exposure to UV rays, chemicals, and temperature fluctuations.

Self-Cleaning Mechanism: This feature minimizes manual maintenance, saving time and labor costs.

Versatility: Whether you need an irrigation filter for surface water, groundwater, or recycled water, our filters can be tailored to meet specific needs.

Why We Are the Go-To Water Filter Manufacturer in Gujarat

Choosing the right water filter manufacturer in Gujarat is crucial for maximizing the efficiency and longevity of your irrigation system. We offer solutions that are not only cost-effective but also environmentally sustainable.

Enhanced Crop Protection: Our PP Disc Filters ensure even water distribution, promoting uniform crop growth and higher yields.

Reduced Maintenance: With our self-cleaning filters, you spend less time on system upkeep and more time on farming.

Cost-Effective: Investing in high-quality filters extends the life of your irrigation system, saving you money in the long run.

Sustainable Farming: By improving water efficiency, our filters contribute to sustainable agricultural practices in Gujarat.

Conclusion

For those in Gujarat seeking efficient and reliable filtration solutions, we stand out among water filter manufacturers. Our PP Disc Filters are designed to keep your irrigation system clog-free, ensuring it operates at peak performance.Whether you’re a small-scale farmer or manage a large agricultural enterprise, our filters provide the protection and efficiency needed to maximize yields and support sustainable farming practices. Learn more about how we can help you achieve your agricultural goals by visiting our website or contacting our team of experts.For further insights and industry news, check out Times Agriculture and stay informed on the latest trends in irrigation and water management.

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[vibinwiththefrogs]

What's the Deal with Cotton?

For @rangerofthesouth , I don't work with cotton but we just went over all this in my field crop class and how we grow cotton feels very bizarre? Keep reading below for stuff on GMOs and cotton farming.

As far as I can tell cotton is probably one of the most technology-intensive crops we grow in the US. Not necessarily physical technology as in equipment, but gene technology (GMOs), breeding, and chemical use. It has all the standard things used on it that other industrial row crops have, such as herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides. But it also has GMO traits and needs to be treated with plant growth regulators (PGRs), and defoliant before harvest.

So it turns out, cotton is a perennial plant. So if the weather is right it will just keep growing into something of a bush/tree sort of thing. But when grown as a crop they get treated with PGRs to slow/stop vegetative growth and to trigger reproductive growth (aka, the flowers that form into cotton bolls). Link to a picture of a guy with cotton not treated with PGRs on time below.

There's multiple kinds of GMOs. The big ones are traits added for herbicide/chemical resistance in the plant (such as Roundup Ready), and then there's pest resistance which usually is the Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) trait. Bt is a bacteria that will infect insects if they feed on the plant, killing them off or deterring them. As far as I'm aware the big GMO crops in the US are soybeans, corn, and cotton; As well please note cotton production is very different across the world, I'm strictly speaking about the US.

What kind of crazy about pest resistant GMOs though, is it was touted around as an end to pesticides for a while. There was a quote I heard somewhere though that goes something like "if you're in a war and you have weaponry but the other side has evolution, the other side is going to win". Basically, insects started developing a resistance to Bt. And so different types of Bt traits keep getting stacked on one another to keep it effective, and currently we're up to 3 stacked Bt traits (see chart below, its from my class lol). Only the upper most trait on this chart is still effective, the others aren't.

What's nuts about this, is that cotton farmers are paying for every stacked gene even if they're ineffective. According to my prof a bag of conventional untreated cotton seed is ~$100, while GMO cotton is ~$600 a bag. The price of cotton off the field is really bad too, as far as I last heard its $0.70/1 lb. There's more numbers than this but as you can imagine with chemical applications, gas for equipment, and fertilizer, its looking not profitable. And so the US cotton industry is hella subsidized and there's so many government programs to keep it alive because many farmers cannot survive growing cotton without the subsidies.

I don't know a whole lot other than this because I've only just begun looking at cotton, but here's some questions and things I'm thinking about. First, clearly we need a whole system change because everything conventional ag brings out to stop the pests and weeds causes resistance development; chemicals and genes are helpful technologies, but only when used carefully within other non-chemical pest management strategies. We're currently deepening a major environmental and agricultural crisis with ag chemical usage. Second, I really want to look more into the legal side of things with government crop subsidies and insurance because it really seems to be the core things propping up all this for multiple crops (corn and soybeans included). And then, what would cotton look like in an alternative agricultural system? Personally I've only ever seen it as a conventional row crop.

[eopederson]

Canal de riego seco en otoño, cerca de Puente de Orbigo, León, 2011.

[tsukioasis]

Got this storage unit for selling crops, let’s see how it goes 👩🏻‍🌾🧑🏻‍🌾🌾