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In November 1999 we installed four AQUAFLEX Sensors to help with monitoring soil moisture levels in our difficult Lismore stony silt loam vineyard.
In the past our pump would run throughout summer, from October to April, rotating every twelve hours around the eight blocks of grapes, with consequent waste of water.
With the aid of the AQUAFLEX Handheld reader we were able to take readings before, during and after irrigation to determine soil moisture in volumetric %, and so irrigate accordingly.
The power savings alone have been quite considerable.
1998 there were 20, 585 units used
1999 4,882 units used
2000 4,873 units used
2001 4,709 units used, during one of the worst droughts for many years.
The installation of AQUAFLEX Soil Moisture monitors not only tells us exactly the soil moisture available but also saves time, money and electricity.
A highly recommended tool in any management plan.
Bruce Green
Vineyard Manager
Giesen Wine Estate
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