Irrigation Management Fundamentals Workshop, Westbury - DairyTas
DATE & TIME
Wednesday, 16th October 2024
10:00AM - 2:30PM
LOCATION Westbury RSL
7 Lonsdale Promenade
Westbury
Tasmania
TBC
7303 See map
7 Lonsdale Promenade
Westbury
Tasmania
TBC
7303 See map
COST
Admit One / per person
Join Dairy Australias irrigation expert Liz Mann to identify ways to optimise on farm irrigation practices.
Learn how to make sound decisions when managing irrigation systems. These workshops will discuss steps that are vital to effective irrigation, including enhanced water use and application, as well as understanding the tools and resources that are available to dairy farmers.
Key workshop outcomes
- Assess and maintain the efficiency of various irrigation systems.
- Determine the readily available water (RAW) for different soil types and crops, and how to apply irrigation at the right time and rate to maintain soil moisture within the RAW zone.
- Utilise water balance calculators and soil moisture monitoring tools to make informed scheduling decisions.
- Analyse and interpret weather data to adjust irrigation strategies effectively.
- Identify and troubleshoot common irrigation system issues to enhance water productivity.
- Apply strategic irrigation techniques to maximise crop and pasture yield while optimising costs and minimising negative environmental impact.
For more information, contact Liz Mann on 03 6432 2233 or email Elizabeth.Mann@dairytas.net.au
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