Irrigation Efficiency

Wy’East RC&D may be able to conduct a pump test, site visit, or energy assessment for your farm.

We have Certified Energy Managers (CEMs) who are experts in the irrigation field. Contact us if you may be interested in irrigation efficiency upgrades.

Benefits of Irrigation Efficiency

Irrigation efficiency refers to the ability to irrigate effectively with less water. By improving your irrigation efficiency, you can lower your utility bills without sacrificing production. 

Irrigation efficiency will save you water, energy, and money.

Precision irrigation:

Precision irrigation systems conserve water by applying water evenly and close to the soil surface, minimizing loss from evaporation and wind. 

  • Low Energy Precision Application (LEPA) and Low Elevation Spray Application (LESA): require less pressure to operate, reducing water use and energy costs.

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs):

Variable frequency drives adjust the speed of the pump motor in response to flow and/or power demand fluctuations. VFDs can reduce operation costs and save energy while maintaining consistent water pressure.