Most irrigated farms are already data-rich. Weather stations, soil sensors, forecasts — it's all there. The problem is that most of it never informs irrigation decisions. Here's why that gap matters and how to close it.
Irrigation timing matters as much as volume. Fixed, set-and-forget schedules don't respond to weather, crop stage or soil conditions — and that gap is quietly costing you yield and water.
Most irrigated crops receive at least 20% more water than they need. That excess costs money and can actually reduce your yield. Here's what the research shows — and what farmers are doing differently.
Greg Ingleton reflects on his long-running work with SWAN Systems across South Australia and New South Wales, showing how structured irrigation scheduling can reduce water use while maintaining high-quality public open space.
Liverpool City Council has partnered with SWAN Systems and Microsoft to improve irrigation efficiency and sustainability in local parks and green spaces.
