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DRIP IRRIGATION IS THE IDEAL METHOD FOR MEETING WATERING DEMANDS.<\/span><\/h2>

Alfalfa is a crop grown all over the world. It is the third most valuable crop after corn and soybeans in most countries, but its real economic impact is much greater because it provides high energy for dairy cows as well as other types of livestock. Alfalfa production has steadily increased due to strong vitality, adaptability, high production level, superior quality and numerous applications. Alfalfa is a water-intensive crop, but despite its high demand for water, alfalfa is also known for its high water use efficiency (the amount of water needed to produce a unit of crop). Since alfalfa is able to use almost all of the water used in its root area, drip irrigation is the ideal method to meet the water needs of crops.<\/p>

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The challenge for alfalfa growers<\/span><\/h2>

Alfalfa is a uniquely-demanding, water-intensive, perennial crop with a deep root system. But even a little stress caused by too much or too little water will have a negative effect on its growth, development and overall stand quality. That\u2019s why unpredictable climates and wasteful irrigation methods like flood aren\u2019t good enough \u2013 you need consistency, not vulnerability to over or undernourishment.<\/p>

Subsurface Drip Irrigation Brings Farming to a New Level of Efficiency<\/span><\/h2>

Irrigating alfalfa is much different than irrigating most other crops because it is a perennial crop with a deep root system that can pull water from deep within the soil profile. Of the common agronomic crops, alfalfa consumes the largest amount of water. Its consumptive use can exceed 46 inches of water in a typical year. Among the many challenges, growers are faced with is the fact that stress caused by too much or too little water has a direct effect on alfalfa yields, crop growth, development, and overall stand quality. It is for this reason that growers are always evaluating their irrigation methods to ensure they are using the most efficient method possible. Learn more about the different methods of irrigation being employed by today\u2019s growers.<\/p>

Today\u2019s Alfalfa growers are primarily using three methods of irrigation: Flood, Center Pivot and Subsurface Drip irrigation.<\/p>