Inexpensive Sand Filters for Drip Irrigation Systems

A simple, inexpensive, portable apparatus for injecting experimental chemicals in drip irrigation systems.

The loss of 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP) as a postplant nematicide created a serious void in nematode protection for crops nationwide. An acceptable replacement for DBCP is needed, especially on susceptible perennials such as grapes, Vitis vinifera L. Phases of our postplant nematicide research were conducted in commercial vineyards where nematode disease existed on established vines wate...

Design Considerations for Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) Systems

Gary A. Clark Research Irrigation Engineer Quick Facts Subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) is a low-pressure irrigation system that uses polyethylene driplines that are permanently buried below the soil surface. Water drips to the surrounding soil through built-in emitters (specialized small openings). SDI places water directly into the root zone of the crop. It may improve yield due to high appli...

Optimize Above–ground Drip Irrigation Systems for Small Areas

Drip irrigation systems offer the potential for efficient irrigation of high value crops and have proven feasible from engineering and agronomic standpoints in the northern Great Plains. However, little information is available in this region regarding the optimum design and economics of these systems. The objective of this study was to develop a computerized model for design and economic optim...

Application of alternative fumigants through drip irrigation systems.

ABSTRACT Strawberry fields in California (9,500 ha annually) are pre-plant fumigated with methyl bromide and chloropicrin to prevent serious soil pest and disease problems. Although soil fumigation with methyl bromide has ensured stability of strawberry production, its use is being discontinued because of its effect on stratospheric ozone. The likely short-term alternatives such as 1,3-dichloro...

Using Irrigation to Manage Weeds: A Focus on Drip Irrigation