2014 ASHS Annual Conference

Objective(s):
The objective of this workshop is to explore how irrigation and currently available tools may influence vegetable production and provide a conceptual framework to better understand how irrigation practices and strategies can improve the efficiency of resource use in horticulture.

The purpose of this workshop is to encourage and facilitate the mutual exchange of ideas and information concerning the use of irrigation systems and tools in various aspects of horticultural research, extension, education, and industry. In this workshop, Dr. Zotarelli and associated colleagues will provide the most up-to-date information on the current irrigation systems and technology available for vegetable production in Florida.  Talks will focus on conversion of irrigation systems, economics, salinity problems, irrigation technologies including the use of soil moisture sensors and smart phone applications. The purpose of this workshop is to explore how irrigation may influence vegetable production and provide a conceptual framework to better understand how irrigation practices and tools can improve the efficiency of resource use in horticulture.