Description
The USDA Agricultural Research Service in Kimberly, Idaho, requires a new lateral move sprinkler irrigation system with variable rate irrigation (VRI) controls to be installed on a 20-acre field for research use. The system must include a variable rate irrigation control system, GPS guidance, and individual sprinkler control. The contract also includes an option for a second identical VRI lateral move system to be installed on an adjacent field.
Key features of the system include:
• Hose feed, electric cord lateral move irrigation system
• Variable rate irrigation control system with individual sprinkler control
• GPS guidance system
• 3-phase 480 VAC power source
• Pressurized water source from an existing 8-inch buried mainline
• Water supply risers and electrical supply pedestals
• Remote monitoring and control using a computer or smartphone