Irrigating Substrates to Improve Nutrient Retention and Plant Growth

Technological advances have made implementing improved irrigation practices easier through better monitoring capabilities of substrate moisture, electrical conductivity, and pH. Basing irrigation on plant use and substrate properties is now more easily accomplished and can result in improved water relations and growth with decreased nutrient leaching and runoff volume. This presentation will focus on benefits of improved irrigation management with respect to plant performance, water conservation, and runoff quality.