Small Business Resources, Business Advice and Forms from AllBusiness.com

What's Up With Water

By Sparks, Brian
Publication: American Fruit Grower
Date: Sunday, May 1 2005
HEADNOTE

Representatives from leading irrigation companies discuss the latest trends and concerns facing growers.

AN adequate supply of water, whether through natural rainfall or irrigation, is the lifeblood of the

orchard. With water availability becoming a major issue in several areas of the country (especially in the Pacific Northwest), finding the most cost-effective and practical irrigation equipment and techniques is critical to the health of your crop.

Irrigation product manufacturers and distributors who work directly with growers have an up-close look at where the market is headed. They must be knowledgeable about the most important concerns facing growers, so that they can keep up with what their clients need.

Choose Systems That Work

The best irrigation system for your orchard obviously depends on where you are located and which fruit crops you grow. But in analyzing the needs of fruit growers today, a few trends have emerged.

In addition, make sure to read these articles: