Land Management and Irrigation Best Practices:

Irrigation Management Technology Network

Samuel P. Cooley07.12.2011

Community Dialogue MeetingJuly 12, 2011

Equipment Review

Equipment Review

Existing equipment

• 4 Towers placed at different ranch locations in the valley

• 2 Repeater stations in the valley• Multiple probes

Investment

• 8-10 repeating stations and strategic placement of existing equipment

• Estimated Maximum cost $35,000• Previous commitment by community groups

Network Management

• Hortau willing to manage network • Existing equipment donated to network• With purchase of a “probe” any grower within

network range can join network.

Hurdles

• Location of equipment (private Property)?• Funding source for additional equipment and

repairs?• Interest from growers currently not utilizing

technology?• Management of network

Questions