What’s new in irrigation technology?

Amy Hadachek
Apr 9, 2021
Apr 9, 2021

irrigation tech 1 — New technology in irrigation aims to give farmers more precise control and maximize efficiency of their pivots.

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Soil moisture probes that are more user-friendly, autonomous pivots and a maintenance-free bearing for pivots are some of the recent technology advances making irrigation easier.

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irrigation tech 2 — The ICON X panel is one of three features that controls the pivot. Adjustments can be made at the panel, from a smartphone or computer. If your pivot quits for any reason it will text you almost instantly.

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irrigation tech 3 — Reinke’s CropX sensor is a new tool that collects data on soil moisture, temperature, weather patterns and more – to maximize the performance of an irrigation system.

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Reporter Amy Hadachek is a two-time Emmy Award winning meteorologist and a storm chaser who earned her NWA and AMS Broadcast Meteorology Seals of Approval. She and her husband live on a diversified farm in Kansas. Reach her at amy.hadachek@midwestmessenger.com.