Agriculture

A Greener Path to pH Control: A Partnership for Sustainable Irrigation Solutions
A Greener Path to pH Control: A Partnership for Sustainable Irrigation Solutions
On 26 November 2024
By Jim Lauria, VP Sales and Marketing, Mazzei Injectors, carbon dioxyd
The controller is the brain of an irrigation system
Controller : who is the boss ?
On 22 August 2024
By Xavier EFTIMAKIS, agronome spécialisé en pilotage tensiométrique de l'irrigation.
IRRIGATION OF THE GRAPE VINE: REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA
Irrigation of the grape vine : requirements and criteria
On 2 May 2024
By Jesus Yuste ingenerio agronome, Itacyl
Alongside José Navarro, Rivulis' sales manager, Alba Perez, a 35-year old farmer, welcomed us to her farm near Albacete (Castilla de la Mancha).
Special Report: a Young Farmer Embarks upon the Cultivation of Pistachio Nuts in Albacete, Spain
On 13 March 2024
By Rivulis
The precision of drip irrigation allows better control of the soil moisture content, thus avoiding waterlogging - a recurring problem with traditional irrigation. This not only improves the quality of the potatoes, but also minimises the risk of diseases linked to excess water.
Precision Irrigation of Potatoes, the Solution of the Future
On 10 April 2024
By Netafim
Drop pipe adjustable in height with sprinkler
A French Farmer Develops a Removal Sprinkler with Height-Adjustable Drop Cane
On 28 March 2024
By Fleur Martin with the participation of Laurent Deyres
Emitter spacing in horticulture : one size doesn’t fit all
Emitter spacing in horticulture : one size doesn’t fit all
On 4 January 2024
By Rivulis
SPRINKLING, WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE LATEST TECHNICAL ADVANCES (VRI, AUTOMATION), PARTICULARLY ON PIVOTS, ALLOWS FOR A LEVEL OF EFFICIENCY APPROACHING 80-90%.
Pivots, Hose Reels (Travellers) or Drip Irrigation… An Irrigation System Should Be Carefully selectedAccording to the Type of Crop, Climate, available Labour and Energy…
On 4 January 2024
By by Olivier Deroche, Chambre d’agriculture de Charentes-Maritimes
A corn crop requires a substantial amount of water, on average 500-700mm of water to complete its growth cycle.
Corn: Drip Irrigation and Automation, a Winning Combination
On 8 December 2023
By SAB S.p.A.
As ambient air temperatures plummet below freezing, water from the sprinklers crystalizes, emanating around 80 calories of heat for every gram that solidifies. The resultant ice shield insulates the plant from freezing temperatures, preventing potential damage
A Guide to Wobbling Sprinklers Irrigation for Frost Protection
On 8 December 2023
By Jose M. Fontela, Senninger
Center pivot irrigation is known for being one of the most efficient methods of irrigation.
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Center Pivot Irrigation Before Making the Switch
On 7 November 2023
By Nelson NIC
Viveros Alcanar has two activities, a nursery for citrus plants covering 40 hectares and a citrus production operation in pots which covers 12 hectares
Irrigation and Fogging Techniques for Citrus Plants in Tarragona, Spain
On 23 October 2023
By by Fleur Martin, Irrigazette
Drip irrigation has many advantages over flood irrigation and most of them are well known.
Rice : the next frontier in drip irrigation
On 28 August 2023
By Eliad Sasoni, Rivulis
The original and most used kind of pivot irrigation applies water in a circular pattern, pivoting around a central point in the field.
Center pivot Irrigation
On 28 August 2023
By AGRIVI
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Maize: Adapting Irrigation Practices To Meet The New Climate-Related Challenges
On 6 July 2023
By Netafim
sprinkler irrigation, hose reels machines
Localised irrigation or sprinkler irrigation How to choose on the basis of agronomic criteria?
On 26 April 2023
By Carole Isbérie, formerly IRSTEA (currently known as INRAE), Xavier Eftimakis (Challenge Agriculture)