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Dates of Upcoming Irrigation Basics Workshops
"Irrigation Basics for Landscape Contractors" workshops are scheduled throughout the year, as the need arises, to prepare individuals for taking the licensing exam. The course is optional but is HIGHLY recommended and has been very usefull for individuals seeking their Irrigation Contractor's license. Workshops will be held in Baton Rouge on November 9-10, 2011; March 14-15, 2012; June 6-7, 2012; and November 7-8, 2012.
Irrigation installation
Licenses for Louisiana Irrigation Contractors
The Louisiana Horticulture Law states that no person shall receive fees, advertise or solicit business in a regulated profession or occupation unless he holds the appropriate license or permit, or has a regular employee who holds the appropriate license or permit, or is employed by a person who holds the appropriate license or permit. This program is managed by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
Calibration of Sprayers
Sprayer Calibration Guide
This guide addresses sprayer calibration issues. Mixing examples are also provided.
Variable Rate Application - Does It Pay?
Provides a summary of points to consider in the decision to adopt variable rate technology. An estimate of costs associated with selected variable rate technology services is also included.
Agricultural Safety Weblinks
This document lists several web pages with various safety-related information.
Sprayer setup for fungicide applications
This article introduces important concepts and ideas for a proper setup of ground sprayers for fungicide applications.
water drop
Interpreting Irrigation Water Quality Reports
Irrigation water tests should be done when the irrigation system is installed and with some frequency, depending on the outcome of the initial test, location (are you near the coast?) and the potential for fluctuations in water-source quality. Paper prepared by: Dara M Park, L. B. McCarty and Sarah A. White of Clemson University.
Causes and Prevention
Tractor Rollover Accidents: Causes and Prevention
Simply put, rollover accidents happen when the tractor is in an unstable situation. To reduce the risks of a rollover accident, here are some tips.
New Concepts in Lift Attachments for Tractors and Combines
New Concepts in Lift Attachments for Tractors and Combines
This technical report prepared by the Breaking New Ground Resource Center at Purdue University details important aspects and considerations on lift attachments for tractors and combines.
Kentucky AgriAbility
Tractor Lift
This article details instructions on how to build a tractor lift. It was prepared by the AgrAbility project at Kentucky.
Common Farm Machine Hazards II
Continuation of the description of common machine hazards and how to recognize them.
Truck during harvest
Guide to Safe Trucking During Agricultural Planting and Harvest Seasons
This is a manager's guide to safe trucking during agricultural planting and harvest seasons produced by the American Trucking Associations
Irrigation Basics for Irrigation Landscape Contractors
This series of presentations discusses the basic information needed by landscape contractors to design and install quality irrigation systems.
Soil, Plant & Water Relationships
Soil, Plant & Water Relationships
This presentation discusses the relationship between soil and plants in landscape irrigation management and design.
irrigation wiring
Irrigation Wiring
This presentation discusses concepts needed to select and design wiring systems to operate irrigation valves and controllers.
micro-irrigation
Micro-Irrigation
This presentation discusses the equipment and design methodology for landscape micro- or drip-irrigation systems.
sprinklers and equipment
Sprinklers & Equipment
This presentation discusses the types of sprinklers and equipment commonly used in landscape irrigation.
sprinkler layout & uniformity
Sprinkler Layout and Uniformity
This presentation discusses key concepts to be considered when designing landscape irrigation systems to ensure adequate coverage and uniformity of water application.
effective design concepts
Effective Design Concepts
This presentation discusses many concepts and ideas that should be considered when disigning landscape irrigation systems.
Irrigation Hydraulics
Irrigation Hydraulics
This presentation discusses the principles and calculations used in designing irrigation systems.
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