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How to Schedule Irrigation with Watermark Sensors
http://extension.msstate.edu/publications/irrometer-watermark-series-irrigation-triggers Introduction An irrigation trigger is the point at which an irrigation cycle starts. Starting too wet wastes water and energy, while starting too dry reduces yield. In this publication, we give guidance on how to select an appropriate trigger for each irrigation system and how to schedule irrigation using Watermark data.
How to Install Watermark Sensors
This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications will discuss other types of soil moisture sensors. Users should choose tools that best fit their needs. Introduction Proper installation increases the likelihood that sensors will accurately portray the wetting and drying of the crop root zone.
How to Determine Where to Install Soil Moisture Sensors
This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications will discuss other types of soil moisture sensors. Users should choose tools that best fit their needs. Introduction Where sensors are installed affects the likelihood that the readings are suitable for irrigation scheduling.
2021 Irrigation Season Approaching
The Row-Crop Irrigation Science and Extension Research (RISER) was developed as a science based approach to evaluating irrigation Best Management Practices (BMPs) here in the Delta. The RISER program is designed to assist producers in reducing water use while maintaining yield and profitability. Growers participating in the RISER program agree to allow the MSU researcher to manage the irrigation decisions on one field while the producer manages the control.
Soon it will be time to install Watermark Sensors
I’m sure irrigation is the last thing on most folks minds but here are some things to consider to prepare for irrigation season this summer. Watermark soil moisture sensors are probably the most widely used sensor here in the Delta. Watermark sensors have a useful life of approximately five years per Irrometer’s web page. Considering the time and effort it takes to replace a bad sensor after installation, dated sensors should be discarded and replaced with new sensors.
Farm Labor Program Announced
The Mississippi Congressional delegation, Mississippi Farm Bureau, Mississippi National Guard and Reserves, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce, Mississippi State University Extension Service, and other agriculture-focused groups have facilitated the pairing of furloughed or unemployed members of the Guard, Reserve, and Veterans from all our servicebranches with ag producers across Mississippi.
Be sure to check those Watermark sensors.
After a long wet winter, irrigation is the last thing on most folks minds. Now that we have a little field work completed and some planting done, here are some things to consider to prepare for irrigation season this summer. Watermark soil moisture sensors are probably the most widely used sensor here in the Delta. Watermark sensors have a useful life of approximately five years per Irrometer’s web page.
Pipe Planner Trainings for April
Listed are the Pipe Planner webinars for April 2019. The Pipe Planner webinars are free to everyone and takes very little time. All you need is a secure internet connection to participate. Below is the link to access all of the April trainings being offered. Simply pick a date and click the GoTo Meeting link before the trainings begin. You may attend as many trainings as you like.
January Pipe Planner Trainings
Pipe Planner trainings will be in full swing come January 2019! All you need is a secure internet connection to take part in a free training session. Along with introductory lessons as to how to run Pipe Planner, attendees will be able to ask questions and get assistance with field designs. Below is the link to access all of the trainings offered. Simply pick a date and click the GoTo Meeting link before the trainings begin. You may attend as many trainings as you like.
Pipe Planner Training Opportunities this Week
There are four Pipe Planner trainings this week! All you need is a secure internet connection to take part in a free training session. Along with introductory lessons as to how to run Pipe Planner, attendees will be able to ask questions and get assistance with field designs. Below is the link to access all of the trainings offered. Simply pick a date and click the GoTo Meeting link before the trainings begin. You may attend as many trainings as you like.
2018 Row Rice Trials Update
Here are some updated photos of the Row Rice trials as they begin to head out. This year we have nine locations in Bolivar, Leflore, Coahoma, and Tunica counties. Many thanks to the producers that have provided the locations this year. This field was rowed up in the fall on the old soybean beds. A conventional drill, on nine inch spacing, was utilized to plant in the spring. Adjustments were made to the drills over the rows and in the furrows for planting on the beds.
Pipe Planner Webinars Start Monday, March 5th.
Delta Plastics will start there online Pipe Planner Training Monday the 5th of March. Follow the information below to participate. Pipe Planner On-Line Webinar Training Mon, Mar 5, 2018 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM CST Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/415494421 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 415-494-421 Joining from a video-conferencing room or system?
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