SUB-SURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION in extensive crops: wheat, corn and alfalfa

Monserrate Farm

Finca Monserrate, under the management of producer César Monserrate in Alcañiz, Teruel (Spain), is an outstanding example of the successful implementation of theSUB-SURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION (RGS)in extensive wheat crops.

Since the installation of the system in 2014, the 7-hectare farm has seen remarkable improvements in the production and management of various crops such as alfalfa, corn and wheat, confirming the viability and efficiency of this technology in modern agriculture.

Location: Teruel, Spain
Cultivationalfalfa, corn and wheat

The challenge

The farm faced a number of challenges, such as theproper water and fertilizer management and the need forcrop uniformity. The search for a solution that would allow a more efficient use of resources, as well as a better adaptability to the needs of the clientsloping terrainwas fundamental. In addition, an option was sought that would facilitate maintenance, planting and harvesting tasks.

On the other hand, they had to solve problems caused by wind and prevent runoff, something that was very difficult to deal with with their old sprinkler irrigation system.

The solution

The DripperAZUD PREMIER PC ASspecifically designed forSUB-SURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION (RGS)was the solution selected for this case. Its self-compensating and anti-siphon technology prevents the entry of particles into the emitter at the end of Irrigation, guaranteeing optimum performance.

This subway irrigation system has allowed water and fertilizers to reach the roots of the crop directly, maximizing absorption and avoiding evaporation losses and uniformity problems caused by wind. In addition, as the Driplines are buried, there are no surface elements, which has greatly facilitated agricultural work.