Irrigation

Troubleshooting Pivots After Harvest

Use the downtime after harvest to double-check pivot pressures, flow, and to look for leaks.

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Irrigation Influencers

Corporate sustainability policies impact water use.

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Capitalizing on Free Variable-Rate Irrigation Feature

Scott Gaites discovered his remote pivot control also allows water-saving variable-rate irrigation.

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Repair and Maintenance

Simple Leak Detection on Farm Equipment

By Repair and Maintenance

Leaks are an unwanted visitor that will eventually affect most machines, engines, or drivelines.

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Women in Agriculture

Fall Colors on the Farm

By Women in Agriculture

I’ve been watching leaves on our soybeans change every day as I drive down our driveway. The bright green leaves have matured to a beautiful yellow.

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Successful Farming Television

Ageless Iron: Don Landoll’s 1953 Ford NAA Jubilee

By Successful Farming Television

Dave Mowitz visits with Don Landoll to see the 1953 Ford NAA Jubilee from his collection.

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An Overview of Irrigation Techniques & Technology

On this page, you’ll find an overview of irrigation techniques and how irrigation fits into the U.S. agriculture landscape.

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Technology Spotlight: Irrigation Advances

Advanced Technology Editor, Laurie Bedord looks at advances in irrigation technology that help farmers make the most out of their water.

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Remote Center Pivot Control Enhanced

The FieldNet app, which works with smartphones and tablets, has been expanded for further monitoring and control of center pivot sprinklers and related equipment.

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Smart App Tells When to Irrigate

Internet program taps into National Weather Service and other data to guide irrigation scheduling for Missouri farmers.

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Illinois Water Use Issues Exacerbated by Irrigation, Lack of Water Supply Planning

This series looks at what’s behind the recent spike in irrigation, the lack of regulations around groundwater, and the impact this will have on Illinois in the future.