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Maintaining And Improving Irrigation Application Uniformity In Sprinkler And Drip Systems, Burdette Barker, Sheridan Stewart, Mark Nelson
Maintaining And Improving Irrigation Application Uniformity In Sprinkler And Drip Systems, Burdette Barker, Sheridan Stewart, Mark Nelson
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The goal of most irrigation system design and management is to provide all plants in an irrigated area with equal access to water. Ideally, each plant should receive the exact amount of water it needs. If a field needs 1 inch of water for irrigation, all parts of the field should receive exactly that. The reality is not so perfect. It is practically impossible to apply the same quantity of water to all plants in an irrigated area, plot, or field. In other words, all irrigation systems have some nonuniformities in the water delivered. Instead of designing and managing irrigation …
Guide To Pivot Track Management, Matt Yost, Behnaz Molaei, R. Troy Peters, Clara Anderson, Burdette Barker, Jonathan Holt, Dustin Larsen
Guide To Pivot Track Management, Matt Yost, Behnaz Molaei, R. Troy Peters, Clara Anderson, Burdette Barker, Jonathan Holt, Dustin Larsen
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Irrigation uniformity can be reduced by wheel track rutting because of tire slippage (Meyer & Hoffman, 1983). These impacts can result in costly repairs to equipment, including gear boxes (about $700 each) and center-drive motors (about $550 each), or hydraulic pumps and motors on certain makes of pivot. Labor and crop damage associated with freeing or repairing a pivot or caused by downtime can also be a great expense to the farmer. This guide covers different strategies for managing wheel track rutting for center pivots and lateral-move systems.
Agricultural Irrigated Land And Irrigation Water Use In Utah, Burdette Barker, Matt Yost, Cody Zesiger
Agricultural Irrigated Land And Irrigation Water Use In Utah, Burdette Barker, Matt Yost, Cody Zesiger
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Utah is considered the second driest state in the United States. As a result, much of the agriculture and horticulture in Utah depends upon irrigation. Irrigation is an important feature of agriculture in Utah. The distribution of irrigated and water use varies across the state, based on water availability, topography, and soils. In recent years, sprinkler irrigation has overtaken surface methods as the dominant irrigation method, based on irrigated area, in Utah. About 75% to 80% of water withdrawals in Utah are for irrigation, with about 68% of that water being consumptive use. Alfalfa, other hay crops, and pasture are …
Understanding Irrigation Water Optimization, Burdette Barker, Matt Yost, Jody Gale, Mark Nelson
Understanding Irrigation Water Optimization, Burdette Barker, Matt Yost, Jody Gale, Mark Nelson
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Irrigation is applied to much of the cropped area of Utah to support crop production. Limited water resources and competing demand for those resources make irrigation water conservation, irrigation water optimization, and efficient use of irrigation water important components of overall water resource management. It is well known in Utah that optimal irrigation use is even more critical during drought conditions. However, optimization practices change the quantity, quality, and timing of water flows. It is important to consider the possible hydrologic impact of irrigation practice changes and the desired outcome of an optimization practice to avoid implementing a practice that …
Accurate Irrigation Water Flow Measurement In Pipes, Burdette Barker, Cody Zesiger, Matt Yost
Accurate Irrigation Water Flow Measurement In Pipes, Burdette Barker, Cody Zesiger, Matt Yost
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Flow measurement is an important component of water management. There are many methods that can be used to measure water flow, and different methods and technologies are used for pipe flow as compared to open channel (canal) flow. In this fact sheet, we cover only pipe flow, and for that, only technologies that are most common in conventional irrigation practice. We also address some basic principles of flow measurement along with some pros and cons for different measurement technologies.
Precision Irrigation Guide For Center Pivots, Elisa Flint, Matt Yost, Troy Peters, Clara Anderson, Burdette Barker, Neil Hansen
Precision Irrigation Guide For Center Pivots, Elisa Flint, Matt Yost, Troy Peters, Clara Anderson, Burdette Barker, Neil Hansen
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This factsheet discusses the different variable rate irrigation (VRI) options for center pivots, when they might reduce water use and energy, produce higher crop yields, and when it might be unreasonable to expect these kinds of benefits.
Irrigation System Maintenance, Candace Schaible, Kelly Kopp, Jennie Hoover
Irrigation System Maintenance, Candace Schaible, Kelly Kopp, Jennie Hoover
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Irrigation system maintenance is necessary to ensure the most efficient use of the water that is being applied. Efficient irrigation is important because over two-thirds of the total water used in the average Utah home is applied to the landscape. With the natural drought cycles that occur in Utah and the growing population, efficient water use is critical. These maintenance recommendations will help you evaluate your irrigation system before using it each spring and also throughout the growing season.
Irrigation Management In High Tunnels, Dan Drost, Brent Black, Melanie Stock
Irrigation Management In High Tunnels, Dan Drost, Brent Black, Melanie Stock
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High tunnels provide season extension for various high-value horticulture crops in a diverse range of climates. These large, plastic-covered structures modify the environmental conditions of the covered area. Temperature management is commonly the focus when growing in high tunnels as this may be the key factor limiting plant growth during much of the year. While high tunnel temperature management is important, growers also need to address water management to ensure plants are not water-stressed. Common mistakes are underestimating water needs, which stresses plants or creates conditions favoring plant diseases and nutrient leaching from overwatering. Knowing when to irrigate and how …
Chemigation Guide, Matt Yost, Grant Cardon, L. Neil Allen, Bryce Sorensen, Kyke Egbert, Earl Creech, Corey Ransom, Ricardo Ramirez
Chemigation Guide, Matt Yost, Grant Cardon, L. Neil Allen, Bryce Sorensen, Kyke Egbert, Earl Creech, Corey Ransom, Ricardo Ramirez
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This guide discusses general principles that apply to most types of chemigation applications.
2019 Costs And Returns For Non-Irrigated Safflower, Northern Utah, Michael Pace, Clark Israelsen, Ryan Larsen, Jacob Hadfield
2019 Costs And Returns For Non-Irrigated Safflower, Northern Utah, Michael Pace, Clark Israelsen, Ryan Larsen, Jacob Hadfield
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This fact sheet presents a sample budget for costs and returns for non-irrigated safflower in northern Utah.
Fertigation Facts, Kyle Egbert, Matt Yost, Bryce Sorensen, Grant Cardon, Niel Allen, Ryan Larsen
Fertigation Facts, Kyle Egbert, Matt Yost, Bryce Sorensen, Grant Cardon, Niel Allen, Ryan Larsen
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This fact sheet provides general information on forms of fertigation for primary plant nutrient, fertigation timng, and fertigation economics.
Mobile Drip Irrigation For Pivots And Laterals, Matt Yost, Jonno Holt, Chad Reid, Dean Winward, Niel Allen, Earl Creech
Mobile Drip Irrigation For Pivots And Laterals, Matt Yost, Jonno Holt, Chad Reid, Dean Winward, Niel Allen, Earl Creech
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This fact sheet is base on four irrigation demonstration/research trials conducted during 2018. It is part of ongoing research.
Defense Against Drought, Matt Yost, Bryce Sorensen, Earl Creech, Niel Allen, Ryan Larsen, Ricardo Ramirez, Corey Ransom, Chad Reid, Jody Gale, Boyd Kitchen
Defense Against Drought, Matt Yost, Bryce Sorensen, Earl Creech, Niel Allen, Ryan Larsen, Ricardo Ramirez, Corey Ransom, Chad Reid, Jody Gale, Boyd Kitchen
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This fact sheet outlines six tools that can be used to help alleviate some of the negative impacts of drought and help improve returns to crop production.
4r'S Of Irrigation Management, Matt Yost, Niel Allen, Grant Cardon, Earl Creech
4r'S Of Irrigation Management, Matt Yost, Niel Allen, Grant Cardon, Earl Creech
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This fact sheet introduces the concept of the 4'R's of irrigation management and discusses some factors to consider in each of the 4R's, right source, right rate. right time, and right place.
Drip Irrigation For Commercial Vegetable And Fruit Production, Tiffany Maughn, Niel Allen, Dan Drost
Drip Irrigation For Commercial Vegetable And Fruit Production, Tiffany Maughn, Niel Allen, Dan Drost
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Drip irrigation is a highly efficient irrigation method well suited to many fruit and vegetable row crops. Drip tubing or tape discharges water to the soil through emitters positioned close to the plant. The drip tubing can be placed uncovered on the soil surface, under plastic mulch, buried in the soil, or suspended above the ground (e.g., on a trellis system). Water application rate is relatively low and irrigations are usually frequent. Properly designed and maintained drip-irrigation systems can have benefits that help increase the profitability of crop production.
Simple Sprinkler Performance Testing For Piute County, Kelly Kopp, Niel Allen, Trent Wilde
Simple Sprinkler Performance Testing For Piute County, Kelly Kopp, Niel Allen, Trent Wilde
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This fact sheet gives homeowners information on making landscape irrigation systems more efficient using a site inspection, a sprinkler performance test and an appropriate irrigation schedule.
Simple Sprinkler Performance Testing For Wayne County, Kelly Kopp, Niel Allen, Trent Wilde
Simple Sprinkler Performance Testing For Wayne County, Kelly Kopp, Niel Allen, Trent Wilde
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This fact sheets tells homeowners how to be more efficient with their irrigation systems by following three simple steps, a site inspection, a sprinkler performance test, and an appropriate irrigation schedule.
Soil Moisture Measurement And Sensors For Irrigation Management, Tiffany Maughan, L. Niel Allen, Dan Drost
Soil Moisture Measurement And Sensors For Irrigation Management, Tiffany Maughan, L. Niel Allen, Dan Drost
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This fact sheet introduces several soil water monitoring options that, when used correctly, can help growers avoid over and under watering.
Vegetable Irrigation: Sweet Pepper And Tomato, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen
Vegetable Irrigation: Sweet Pepper And Tomato, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen
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This fact sheet discusses basic principles that will help ensure proper irrigation of sweet pepper and tomato.
Northern Utah Small Cow-Calf Pasture Finished Beef Production Costs & Returns, 2012, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen, Jennifer Macadam
Northern Utah Small Cow-Calf Pasture Finished Beef Production Costs & Returns, 2012, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen, Jennifer Macadam
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Sample costs and returns to raise pasture-fed beef cattle for direct to consumer sales on small cow-calf operations in northern Utah are presented in this publication.
Duchesne County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Troy Cooper, Kynda Curtis
Duchesne County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Troy Cooper, Kynda Curtis
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, barley, oats, and wheat under wheel line irrigation or corn silage under pivot irrigation in Duchesne County, Utah, are presented in this publication.
Wasatch Front Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns, 2012, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis
Wasatch Front Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns, 2012, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis
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Sample costs and returns to produce mixed vegetables under flood irrigation in the Davis and Weber County area of Utah are presented in this publication.
Garfield County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Kevin Heaton, Kynda Curtis
Garfield County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Kevin Heaton, Kynda Curtis
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay and oat hay under flood irrigation, or alfalfa hay under wheel line irrigation in Garfield County, Utah, are presented in this publication.
Weber County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, James Barnhill, Don Snyder, Kynda Curtis
Weber County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, James Barnhill, Don Snyder, Kynda Curtis
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, corn (silage), and soft white winter wheat under flood irrigation in Weber County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Wasatch County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Allan Sulser, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
Wasatch County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Allan Sulser, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, barley, oats, and oat hay under wheel line irrigation in Wasatch County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Summit County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Sterling Banks, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
Summit County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Sterling Banks, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay and oat hay under wheel line irrigation in Summit County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Box Elder County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Lyle Holmgren, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
Box Elder County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Lyle Holmgren, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, corn (silage), corn grain or irrigated wheat under flood irrigation and dry wheat in Box Elder County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Cache County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Clark Israelsen, Rob Lee, Don Snyder
Cache County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Clark Israelsen, Rob Lee, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, barley, corn (silage), and wheat (dry or irrigated) under wheel line irrigation in Cache County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Daggett County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Boyd Kitchen, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
Daggett County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Boyd Kitchen, Kynda Curtis, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay and grass hay under pivot irrigation in Daggett County, Utah are presented in this publication.
Juab County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Jeffrey Banks, Kynda Curtis, Rob Lee, Don Snyder
Juab County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2011, Jeffrey Banks, Kynda Curtis, Rob Lee, Don Snyder
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Sample costs and returns to establish and produce alfalfa hay, barley, corn (grain and silage), and oats (hay) under wheel line irrigation, and dryland wheat in Juab County, Utah are presented in this publication.