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Corner Units Allow Georgia Grower to Add Acres That Fall Outside of the Pivot Circle

Corner Units Allow Georgia Grower to Add Acres That Fall Outside of the Pivot Circle

May 23, 2018

The sandy to sandy-loamy soil near Rocky Ford, Georgia, makes farming a challenge. That’s why irrigation is so important for grower Jason Smith.

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Flow Meter Helps Idaho Grower Irrigate More Efficiently

Flow Meter Helps Idaho Grower Irrigate More Efficiently

May 10, 2018

When one of his center pivots started shutting down unexpectedly, Idaho grower, Wade Egan started looking for answers.

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With the Help of Flow Meters, an Arizona Grower Makes Every Drop Count

With the Help of Flow Meters, an Arizona Grower Makes Every Drop Count

Apr 24, 2018

When water resources are limited, every single drop counts.

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Radial Tires Reduce Tracking Problems and Cut Maintenance Costs

Radial Tires Reduce Tracking Problems and Cut Maintenance Costs

Apr 16, 2018

Is it time to consider an alternative to standard bias ply pivot tires?

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FieldNET® Helps Illinois Grower Reduce Costly Trips to the Field

FieldNET® Helps Illinois Grower Reduce Costly Trips to the Field

Apr 10, 2018

Six hundred miles.That’s the distance Illinois grower John Breedlove used to travel when checking the center pivots working on his operation. 

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Be Sure to Include Wells on Your Pre-Season Maintenance Checklist

Be Sure to Include Wells on Your Pre-Season Maintenance Checklist

Apr 5, 2018

When completing the pre-season inspection of your irrigation system, experts say it’s important to look above and below the surface.

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Oil Change Will Keep Pivots Running Smoothly

Oil Change Will Keep Pivots Running Smoothly

Apr 3, 2018

Is it time to change the oil in your pivot gearbox?

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Pre-Season Maintenance Can Prevent In-Season Breakdowns

Pre-Season Maintenance Can Prevent In-Season Breakdowns

Mar 29, 2018

In the weeks before a new growing season, growers have a lot to do.

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9500DS Drop Span Option Gives Nebraska Grower More Options

9500DS Drop Span Option Gives Nebraska Grower More Options

Mar 27, 2018

Before adding a drop span onto his pivot, Doug Rafert moved a lot of pipe.

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