Zimmatic Blog
From blacksmith to irrigation specialist: the story of Marchetti and Zimmatic
Feb 23, 2022
Established in 1882, Marchetti began conducting business in a small workshop in Italy. The family-owned business managed to grow into a recognised supplier of irrigation equipment, including Zimmatic products and today, they have an established customer base.
5 Operational Benefits of Improving Irrigation Efficiency
Jan 26, 2022
Technology has changed the game for agriculture—equipping producers with more knowledge, confidence and peace of mind than ever. Now, you can manage irrigation systems from anywhere, conserve resources with precision and keep crops at their healthiest.
Top Irrigation Trends to Watch for in 2022
Dec 21, 2021
As projections for population growth and food demand continue to increase and put more pressure on growers, many are looking to equip themselves with the tools, data and support to stay competitive—and ahead.
Center Pivot Irrigation Boosts Yields for Georgian Operation
Apr 26, 2021
Seven pivots now work on the Agrograin operation, including what’s believed to be the longest pivot in the Transcaucasia region - the area on the border of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. At 720 meters (787 yards) long, the pivot can irrigate 163 hectares (403 acres) in just one turn.
Using Center Pivots, Brazilian Grower Harvests Three Times a Year
Mar 8, 2021
According to Gatto, who is the daughter and granddaughter of the first producers in the state, this diverse cultivation is only possible with the implementation of technology - including center pivot irrigation.
Edge Computing Powers Cutting-Edge Pivot Technology
Feb 22, 2021
“What this means for growers is that the pivot will be capable of monitoring and self-diagnosing performance issues that can be relayed directly to their Zimmatic dealer in real time - giving them peace of mind and reducing downtime.”
FieldNET™ Gives Indiana Growers Options to Fit Their Operation’s Needs
Feb 15, 2021
“On the competitor machines, we installed FieldNET Pivot Watch devices, so now everything is on FieldNET,” he said. “I put them on myself. It was very simple because the unit doesn’t tap into the machine’s electrical system. If I didn’t drop my screwdriver, it took me 10 minutes max for each unit.”
Center Pivot Irrigation Helps New Zealand Grower Improve Sustainability
Feb 7, 2020
A love of the land and the ability to be his own boss led New Zealander Gary Wilson to a life of farming.
Family-Owned Dealership Thrives in Canada’s Wide Open Spaces
Jan 28, 2020
Chris Ford was born to be in the irrigation business.