Category Archives: Water Management

The video discusses the irrigation management techniques used by Dave Bishop and his family at D M Bishop Farms in Barrons, Alberta, to optimize crop yield and farm profitability. Key practices include soil sampling, crop rotation, efficient water use through low-pressure systems and advanced technologies, and the potential future integration of variable rate irrigation with […]

The Agricultural Bank of Namibia’s Agri-Advisory Services Division provides training and resources to farmers through face-to-face sessions and the Agrilearn online platform, focusing on sustainable farming practices and essential farm infrastructure. In this video, livestock mentor John Finter emphasizes the importance of reliable water supply for livestock, gardens, and domestic use, detailing how to calculate […]

The video discusses the importance of proper irrigation in agriculture, highlighting both traditional and modern irrigation methods. Traditional methods include check basin, strip, furrow, and basin irrigation, while modern methods encompass surface, sprinkler, drip, subsurface, center pivot, lateral move, rain, fog, and manual irrigation systems, each with distinct features and benefits. Understanding the Different Types […]

Ali Mantzer, an irrigation and water management advisor at Viduc Cooperative Extension, speaks about the importance of irrigation management in vineyards. He emphasizes the need for proper irrigation tools, management practices, and system design to ensure efficient water distribution. Ali discusses the impact of variables such as slope and crop coefficient on irrigation needs, highlighting […]

A hydrologist created an Excel file to calculate water quality index values efficiently, eliminating the need for manual calculations. By inputting raw data into the spreadsheet, the user can obtain the final WQI number quickly without the usual graphs or arithmetic. The tool simplifies the process by automatically generating results based on National Sanitation Foundation […]

Building and designing permaculture ponds can have a significant impact on the ecosystem and hydrology of an area, but it is important to consider the location, purpose, and design of the pond carefully. Different types of ponds, such as seepage ponds, irrigation ponds, recreation ponds, and aquaculture ponds, serve different purposes and require specific design […]

In 2015, an incident occurred at a construction site in British Columbia, Canada, where a worker was pulled into a sinkhole when the bottom of a steel caisson blew out due to groundwater issues. Engineers must consider the impact of groundwater on subsurface structures to prevent such incidents. Groundwater affects structures like dams, where uplift […]

Biological and cultural methods of soil and water conservation in farming aim to minimize soil erosion and maintain soil structure and fertility. Examples include contour farming, strip cropping, cover cropping, mulching, crop rotation, proper crop spacing, timely planting, intercropping, planting grass in waterways, rotational grazing, afforestation, and reforestation. Trees play a crucial role in soil […]

The video emphasizes the importance of monitoring water quality in post-harvest activities to ensure the safety and quality of fresh produce. The FSMA Produce Safety Rule mandates that all agricultural water used during and after harvest must be safe and sanitary. Variables such as pH, temperature, and turbidity can impact water quality, so it is […]

Reducing water loss and waste in water distribution systems is crucial due to increasing demand for fresh water and rising costs of water and energy. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) monitoring and pressure management are effective ways to address leaks and illegal consumption. Wasting water has environmental implications, impacting populations, other species, agriculture, and freshwater sources. […]