Small Farm Irrigation

High tunnel irrigation management requires knowledge of the following concepts: 1) differences in soil water holding capacity 2) variances in plants rooting depth, 3) how changing environmental conditions impact plant water use, 4) proper water applicatio...

Irrigation management principles for small farms.

Operation and maintenance information for several irrigation system types used in small farms.

There are many things to consider when selecting an irrigation system.

Low flow irrigation systems provide an efficient and effective way to water plants. A wide variety of emitters and delivery systems are available. Plant type, system capacity and filtration requirements are all important considerations when designing a lo...

This fact sheet from Utah State University Extension offers practical guidance for homeowners on conserving water through efficient irrigation strategies, with a focus on drip irrigation systems. It explains how to reduce water waste in landscapes by unde...

Traditionally, we irrigate using overhead sprinklers and/or flood irrigation. However, these methods can be wasteful, and so a way to conserve and still have a healthy garden is to use drip irrigation. It can reduce water use by up to about 50%.