Managing Water In Dry Times 2013
During low rainfall periods, a considered strategy is required to make the best use of available water resources. Rather than make decisions on the fly, a pre-determined plan can be put in place to ensure the most efficient use of the available water is achieved. The plan should include measuring available water and water use,…
Managing Nursery Wastewater 2013
Managing nursery wastewater – drains and drainage systems
Managing algae in water storages
The growth of algae in water storages can cause significant problems with pumping infrastructure by increasing the clogging of filters and emitters. Algae also reduce water quality by increasing pH levels, in turn reducing the effectiveness of water disinfestation treatments. The fact sheet looks at algal species that may be present in water storages and…
Knowing Your Irrigation and Drainage System
How much do you know about your irrigation and drainage? Knowledge of your irrigation and drainage systems helps you to make informed decisions on required system changes. This fact sheet provides a short questionnaire to help identify those areas you may need to look at to improve your irrigation and drainage systems.