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Evapotranspiration and ETEstimate crop water demand from weather-based reference ET and crop coefficients.Soil Moisture MonitoringTrack soil water with probes, feel-and-appearance observations, and soil depth.Drip IrrigationDesign and maintain emitters, filters, pressure regulators and irrigation zones.Center Pivot IrrigationStudy pivot maintenance, application rates, sprinkler packages and uniformity.Sprinkler SystemsPlan sprinkler spacing, pressure, distribution and operating windows.Surface and Furrow IrrigationManage flow rates, sets, advance time, infiltration and runoff.Pumps and EnergyCompare pump efficiency, lift, pressure, power requirements and costs.Irrigation Water QualityInterpret salinity, alkalinity, sodium and water testing.Irrigation SchedulesPlan intervals and depths using soil water, rainfall, and crop demand.Drought PlanningPrioritize water under scarcity and document crop stress and alternatives.Water Rights and PermitsResearch water permits, groundwater districts, reporting and restrictions.4-H and FFA Irrigation ProjectsDevelop supervised trials, science projects and practical water records.
Helpful irrigation guides
Irrigation Scheduling BasicsFree printable-style field checklistHow to Estimate Crop Water Use With ETFree printable-style field checklistSoil Moisture Probe PlacementFree printable-style field checklistSoil Texture and Available WaterFree printable-style field checklistIrrigation Water Budget WorksheetFree printable-style field checklistIrrigation System Capacity CalculationFree printable-style field checklistRain Gauge and Precipitation LogFree printable-style field checklistCrop Root Depth and Growth Stage LogFree printable-style field checklistWater Balance Calculation GuideFree printable-style field checklistDrip System Inspection ChecklistFree printable-style field checklistDrip Filter Cleaning LogFree printable-style field checklistDrip Emitter Distribution WorksheetFree printable-style field checklist
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