Displaying items by tag: irrigation
Attending to sprinklers gives good payoff
With the hot, dry weather upon us thoughts turn to irrigation, but often little thought is given to maintenance of systems which can have huge benefits in efficient use of water.
Freshwater paper ‘useful’
Federated Farmers has welcomed the release of the Government's discussion paper on freshwater management as a "useful next step".
Irrigation NZ urges Government to act
Irrigation New Zealand welcomes the Government's 'Next steps for fresh water' consultation document but encourages the Government to 'get on with it.'
Council decision shocks irrigators
Canterbury irrigators are shocked at Environment Canterbury's decision to stop them expanding as the regional council attempts to bring nutrient leaching under control in one of its water 'red zones'.
Sensor has pasture watering itself
Researchers at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) are developing a system that tells you when to irrigate your pasture, then goes ahead and does it for you.
Four finalists named for IrrigationNZ’s Innovation Award
IrrigationNZ has shortlisted four finalists for its Innovation in Irrigation Award rather than the usual three, for the second time only.
Irrigating farmers coping well with El Nino
While drought conditions persist in many parts of the country, some irrigating farmers are coping well, says IrrigationNZ.
Irrigating for dry conditions workshop
South Canterbury farmers have a chance to join a Pleasant Point workshop on Friday, October 14 showing them how to irrigate efficiently to cope with dry conditions.
Ruataniwha irrigation scheme a step closer
The propsed Hawke's Bay Ruataniwha irrigation scheme is another step closer following the approval of the design and construction contract for its dam at a regional council meeting last week.
Cheap Oz water a money spinner
The flood irrigated pastures of Mike MacLaughlin's Western Australian farm are a "real money spinner" despite the salty water.