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Subsurface Drip Irrigation is the “Future” for Grain Producers

Some growers in the Midwest have seen “tremendous” yields with subsurface drip irrigation (SDI).  According to a recent article in Midwest Producer, Neil Corey of McCook, Nebraska has been using subsurface drip irrigation on 40 acres of his own crop for 15 years, and has experienced the benefits of subsurface drip irrigation.  Corey says that he has consistently seen yeilds 40-50% more with his subsurface drip irrigated […]

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How to Win the Farm Press High Cotton Award

John Wilde, the 2013 Farm Press High Cotton Award winner for the Southwest region, attributes his success to subsurface drip irrigation (SDI), conservation, and controlling root rot. To learn more about John and his award winning field, check out the full Farm Press article: http://southeastfarmpress.com/cotton/john-wilde-2013-farm-press-high-cotton-award-winner-southwest-region?page=3 Congratulations, John!

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AquaFlow 3.2 – Drip Irrigation Design Software UPDATE

The release of AquaFlow 3.2 is Toro’s latest update to its Drip Irrigation Design Software.   AquaFlow 3.2 now allows users to design multi-sloped telescoping sub-mains, and to choose between English or Spanish languages and English or metric units.  In addition, Toro’s new Thinwall dripline is supported in this new version which complements Aqua-Traxx® premium drip

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Archi’s Acres Program Trains Transitioning Veterans in the Sustainable Agriculture Industry

In honor of Veteran’s Day, Toro would like to say a special “thank you” to Archi’s Acres for all they do to support transitioning veterans.  Watch the embedded video to learn more about Archi’s Acres and their inspiring Veterans Sustainable Agriculture Training (VSAT) program that has trained more than 100 veterans for careers in sustainable

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Drip Tape Farmer Grows World’s Largest Pumpkin

Pumpkins aren’t just for kids anymore.  Meticulous farmers throughout the country have become practically obsessive about growing giant pumpkins for regional and national contests.  They belong to clubs that not only share information and camaraderie, but require “seed dues” to support their activities to “grow the big one”.  Contestants fret all year – even emailing colleagues

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Drip Irrigation Maintenance & Monitoring

It’s true, drip irrigation can save water and improve crop yield and production efficiency.  But to maximize the investment, regular maintenance should be performed and start even before the drip irrigation system is installed. For the full story and some drip irrigation maintenance pointers, read Growing Produce’s latest article on the importance of drip irrigation maintenance and monitoring.

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Nebraska Producers Discuss Their Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) Systems

After the year’s extreme drought and looming water restrictions, some field crop producers are adopting subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) to optimize their irrigation efficiency.  Agriculture/Radio reporter Ken Anderson of Brownfield interviewed two drip irrigation pioneers and a local dealer at the 2012 Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, Nebraska where they discussed their experiences, the future

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In the Midst of Drought, Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) Helps Producers Flourish

As the worst drought in 50 years grips the nation’s farmland, some Nebraska producers are seeing increased yields using significantly fewer water resources.  The trick, they say, is using Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) to deliver water and nutrients directly to the roots of their crops.  This is in contrast to applying water to the surface

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