Climate change has forced many industries to rethink how they operate—including the agricultural industry. With a focus on clean, renewable energy these days, more farmers are considering solar for watering wildlife and cattle. Does it work? Is it as effective as other irrigation power sources? Solar powered watering is a... View Article
With severe drought descending upon the Midwest and much of the country this year, you might be wondering when the season’s last crop irrigations should take place. When should you stop irrigating? If you turn off the irrigation too soon, you might miss out on test weight and receive lower... View Article
By now, we’re all used to being able to browse the internet and send messages to anyone, anywhere, from the tiny computers in our pockets. Now imagine being able to monitor your fields and control your irrigation systems from anywhere in the world, simply by using your cell phone or... View Article
Technology is making it easier for farmers to keep an eye on their fields, whether they’re at home or even in a different state. The innovative Reinke ReinCloud system allows you to remotely manage your Texas irrigation system from a smart device, making it possible to precisely monitor your fields... View Article
Though a lot of people’s minds turn to the lazily pumping oil and gas wells that monopolize headlines, there’s more to the American Southwest than its energy race. Agriculture remains one of the largest and most integral industries operating in the Southwest. Every year, the agricultural sector in West Texas... View Article