Irrigated agriculture represents 20 percent of the planet’s total cultivated land and contributes 40 percent of the total food produced globally, says the World Bank.   And not only is irrigation a critical input for agricultural production in Australia, but also it plays an important role in food security and…

With farmers and rural landowners now facing an El Nino drier climate cycle, more pastoral and livestock properties are enhancing their value and productive capacity with rugged, reliable and low-maintenance irrigation systems.   We are finding a definite uptick in inquiries and installations. Some are for prime properties, which is…

A Victorian turf industry leader, Big River Instant Turf, is expanding its production with low-maintenance irrigation to cater for rising demand for its product from some of the State’s fastest-growing urban areas.   The family-owned company, directed by Joe Erceg, saw the future for clean/green product more than 20 years…

An automated irrigation system from Water Dynamics is helping Tasmania in its goal to lead the nation in research and innovation to support the productivity, sustainability, and future of the dairy industry.   The farmlet system involved in the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture’s (TIA’s) TDRF (Tasmanian Dairy Research Facility) at…

Introduction Moving water uphill has been a challenge since ancient times. We have come a long way from then, but still, overcoming the challenges associated with gravity, friction, energy consumption, and environmental impact requires careful planning, efficient infrastructure, and proper project management. In the pursuit of sustainable agricultural practices, Water…

At Fiander Moor Dairy Farm in Mil-Lel, Mount Gambier, the longevity of their centre-pivot irrigation system became both a testament to reliability and a challenge for optimal performance. With a system in place for approximately 15 years, the aging sprinkler components were causing significant water and production losses. Recognising the…