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AI-Powered Irrigation: The Next Frontier in Water-Smart Agriculture (2025–2026) Introduction In an era where every drop of water counts, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming irrigation from a reactive, schedule-based practice into a proactive, data-driven science. As of late 2025, global agriculture consumes 70% of available freshwater, yet up to 60%...
Subsurface Textile Irrigation (SSTI) represents a cutting-edge advancement in agricultural water management, designed to deliver water and nutrients directly to plant roots through a network of geotextile materials buried beneath the soil surface. Developed initially in Australia but increasingly adopted in North America, SSTI addresses critical challenges in water-scarce regions...
Introduction: What is Fertigation and Why It Matters Fertigation, the process of injecting fertilizers into irrigation water, represents a cornerstone of modern precision agriculture. This technique combines fertilization and irrigation into a single, efficient operation, allowing nutrients to be delivered directly to plant roots through systems like drip or sprinkler...
Introduction In an era where water scarcity poses a growing threat to global agriculture, innovative irrigation practices are essential to sustain food production while conserving precious resources. Deficit irrigation (DI) has emerged as a promising strategy, allowing farmers to optimize water use without significantly compromising crop yields. Universities across the...
Abstract In view of the actual climate change scenario felt across the globe, resource management is crucial, especially regarding water. In this sense, continuous monitoring of plant water status is essential to optimize not only crop management but also water resources. Currently, monitoring of vine water status is done through...
“Community Champions” is a media campaign led by the South Okanagan-Similkameen Local Immigration Partnership (SOSLIP) and supported by SOICS & Castanet. We share stories that raise awareness about the contributions that immigrants make to the community while introducing the small businesses of new Canadians. Meet the family of engineers, including...