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Evaluating Irrigating Systems Internship

Stacia Conger

Site Description:

Red River Research Station
262 Research Station Drive
Bossier City, LA 71112

https://www.lsuagcenter.com/redriver

Depending on crop, some travel to other research locations around the state may be required.

Intern’s Role:

Interns will evaluate irrigation systems and scheduling techniques for various crops grown in Louisiana including sugarcane, corn/cotton/soybean rotation, and urban landscapes. Interns will utilize weather-based and sensor-based technologies to accomplish the evaluations.

List of Qualifications:

Preferred:

  • Seeking engineering degree
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and hydrology concepts
  • Understanding of groundwater/surface water concepts
  • Ability to review literature
  • Basic technical writing skills
  • Interest in flying drones

Minimum:

  • Interest in irrigation related to crop production or landscapes
  • Interest in technology
  • Willingness to learn and grow

Contact:

Stacia L. Davis Conger, Ph.D.
262 Research Station Drive
Bossier City, LA 71112
(318) 408-0973
sdavis@agcenter.lsu.edu

Number of Positions:

3 (one per crop with similar responsibilities, small co-hort will help each other – especially so far from main campus)

Primary Tasks, Duties, and/or Responsibilities:

  • Install/uninstall sensors in crop
  • Collect sensor data throughout the crop season
  • Learn how to schedule irrigation based on weather data
  • Assess uniformity and efficiency of the irrigation systems being used
  • Assist in all research/extension activities beyond specific project assignments while employed

Success Measure or End of Product Deliverables:

All results will be used to calibrate and validate an LSU AgCenter irrigation scheduling tool. Product deliverables include a presentation given at the research station, one poster for a future poster contest, and one technical report summarizing their project methods and results, including supporting literature.

1/23/2024 3:08:18 PM
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