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Land Management and Irrigation Best Practices:
Irrigation Management Technology Network
Samuel P. Cooley07.12.2011
Community Dialogue MeetingJuly 12, 2011
Equipment Review
Equipment Review
Existing equipment
• 4 Towers placed at different ranch locations in the valley
• 2 Repeater stations in the valley• Multiple probes
Investment
• 8-10 repeating stations and strategic placement of existing equipment
• Estimated Maximum cost $35,000• Previous commitment by community groups
Network Management
• Hortau willing to manage network • Existing equipment donated to network• With purchase of a “probe” any grower within
network range can join network.
Hurdles
• Location of equipment (private Property)?• Funding source for additional equipment and
repairs?• Interest from growers currently not utilizing
technology?• Management of network
Questions