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The article offers information on the Scheid Family Wines located outside Soledad, California, and Marta's Vineyard present inside the Scheid Family Wines, owned by Marta Kraftzeck. Topics discussed include Kraftzeck's tenth harvest at Scheid, grape varieties grown at Scheid, monitoring of environmental elements like soil moisture at Marta's Vineyard, and winemaking at Scheid's reserve winery.

The article discusses the various methods of managing heterogenous data in soil sample preparation. It focuses on the benefits of the homogenization as a strategy in addressing sample heterogeneity in grinding and mixing soil and notes the various sample processing methodologies used in soil analysis which include soil moisture analysis management, sieving and the use of milling machinery.

The article discusses that European Engineering and Consultancy Limited (EECL) has been involved in several large and complex projects, including lunar space missions and leading-edge design and build of quantum computing hardware. EECL provides affordable access and a route to world-class electronic design, radio frequency, and mechanical engineering services to companies of all sizes in any sector of the industry.

The article focuses on the impact of soil moisture on the performance of ground heat exchanger (GHE) in heating-dominated buildings. Topics discussed include the effect of seasonal energy usage on the efficiency of ground source heat pump (GSHP) systems, the relationship between combined moisture and heat transfer in soils caused by temperature gradients and the conductivity of the soil, and the heat required to increase the average ground loop field by 1̊F.

The article focuses on air quality problems in San Joaquin Valley in California, and mentions that the San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District (SJV Air District) identified composting as one of its largest unregulated sources of VOCs (volatile organic compounds). It discusses extended aerated static piles (eASP) design and construction, including moisture management, and the photovoltaic and aeration systems, as part of SJV Air District's Technology Advancement Program (TAP).

The article reports on the views of American environmental soil scientist Paul DeLaune on the use of cover crops to manage moisture. DeLaune reportedly discussed the benefits of using cover crops for moisture management at the 2016 Red River Crops Conference held in Altus, Oklahoma. These benefits include capturing moisture during off-season, reduced tillage, and recovery of residual nitrogen.

The article offers information on farmer Scott Irlbeck who returned to his family farm in High Planes after working as a senior editor at Texas Tech University. Topics discussed include his work on the farm with his father Albert Irlbeck, work on the farm including furrow irrigation, harvesting and checking moisture stress, water being brought to the farms through playa lakes during droughts, insecticides being used by Scott to prevent sugarcane aphids and technology being used for farming.

The article informs that a museum filled with agricultural memorabilia with few artifacts displayed in the barn tour.

The article offers a review of the Virtual Predictor tool launched by CropMetrics.

The article reports that the combination of good weather conditions with a proven peanut production program earned White Face Farms manager Rex Carr the 2005 Southwest Farm Press Peanut Profitability Award. Carr says consistent rotation plays a key role in a 10-step production scheme on the Hockley County farm, near Levelland, Texas. Carr likes to break peanut land and says deep plowing helps start the year with a full soil moisture profile. A good canopy helps prevent weed emergence and also creates a better environment for pegging, he says. Water is always a limiting factor and efficient irrigation a necessity. Carr likes wobbler heads on his LEPA irrigation system. He also uses subsurface drip irrigation and side-row sprinkler systems. INSET: Ten recommendations help maintain peanut yield goals.

The article focuses on evapotranspiration (ET) which is a primary driver for irrigation, including scheduling decisions. It mentions that ET can be measured and calculated in many methods such as direct or indirect methods. The use of direct methods at at larger scale, and to verify indirect methods is cited.

The article presents the author's views on maximizing the efficiency of cotton irrigation in the U.S. The strategy of a young farmer in West Texas to manage his irrigated land that he added to his dryland operation is discussed as well as the amount of moisture in the soil profile. Also discussed are soil moisture, fertilizer placement, and monitoring of soil moisture.

The article presents crop consultants views on how growers can maximize water use, saving water and money while maximizing the yield potential of cotton. Topics include use of center pivots to irrigate the crop; importance of moisture probes to monitor soil moisture and make better irrigation timing decisions; and use of irrigated land in dry land operation for limited irrigation land.

The article discusses the number of connected devices and data being transferred in rural agricultural communities soil moisture meters, telemetry on center pivots and cloud-based software, to name a few rural residents are limited by a lack of connectivity and a slow band width.

The article focuses on reduced tillage program which help farmers in Northeast Texas in growing their crops. According to crop grower Andy Moss, the system is more fuel efficient and added that it also makes sense in diverse manners. He further asserted that moisture conservation and the residue contained from one crop to another are both helpful to improve the soil and aids in shading the crop during hot weather. In addition, residue also keeps the soil a little cooler in the early spring.

This year the amount of maize grown is predicted to increase by 20% to combat the shortage in winter cereals being drilled following the wet autumn. Some crops were unable to be harvested in 2019 because the land was so wet. In a trial, Mr Fisher applied liquid N and saw a 3% improvement in the crop dry matter yields at harvest. [Extracted from the article]

Presents news briefs on the farm industry in Great Britain as of October 2005. Information on the National Farmers Union Cymru's annual conference on November 3; Views of south Wales farmer Allan Stevens on investing in biogas production for electricity production; Importance of assessing soil moisture before applying to crops according to Dow AgroSciences' Rene Pollack.

The article discusses the relevance of wheat moisture conditions for wheat producers in December 2017, focusing on the Drought Monitor which shows the moisture rating of wheat from Oklahoma and Texas. It mentions that the potential link between soil moisture condition and wheat yields, with information on the Drought Severity and Coverage Index (DSCI) by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The article discusses the use of scanning technology to detect minerals in soil nutrient mapping in the farm. It highlights the accuracy of TerraMap to refine precision farming systems which gives measurements of a range of phosphate and potash content to minor nutrients through to organic matter. It also cites the utilization of electro-conductivity measurement for nutrient data.

The article discusses the view of ADAS specialist Kirk Hill on grassland farm drainage. Also tackled are issues on soil moisture, pasture management, soil mapping and fertilizer application. Mentioned is the impact of surface water, heavy rainfall, organic matter and leaching on plant nutrient losses.

The article soil mapping is catching on among grassland farmers as a means of better targeting nutrients and driving overall farm efficiencies. Soil mapping takes basic soil analysis to a new level by identifying variations in nutrient levels within a field through GPS mapping. Nutrients can then be applied exactly where they are needed, either through manual adjustment at spreading or variable-rate spreading.

The article discusses factors which influences cotton prices like planted acreage and soil moisture. Topics discussed include impact of carryover stocks on cotton prices; information on the 2019-2020 Cotton Balance Sheet Projections by the the National Cotton Council which involves attributes like imports, production, and ending stocks; and differences in U.S. exports can be explained by assumptions of resolution of the U.S.-China tariff conflict (NCC).

The article examines how no-till facilitates farm expansion and water retention in the U.S. It mentions that planting no-till wheat behind wheat does not work well. It also mentions about growing wheat or rye to improve organic matter and protecting the next cotton crop from wind erosion and soil moisture loss.

The article reports on the Aqual Till seeding equipment. It mentions the device's use of a water jet to cut through post-harvest trash and create slots for seeds, the impact on retention of soil moisture, and the testing that is occurring in Australia.

The article focuses on defining a closed watershed which is the first step in managing and measuring how much water is used in a given area. According to ag water management specialist Daran Rudnick, Ted Tietjen is advocating for managing the resources on a watershed-wide scale. Taking a direct measurement of evapotranspiration is also discussed.

The article offers tips on how to get high spring barley yields in Great Britain in 2018. Topics discussed include the effects of the weather on spring barley, the drilling of spring barley and the spring barley, the availability and timing as the primary crop nutrients, and the significance of soil health for barley yield.

The article informs that Ally Hunter Blair, the tenant of a Duchy of Cornwall farm is trying out new crops, using precision farming and working on a diversification plan ahead of Brexit. It presents information on precision farming. It presents information on initiatives taken by Ally Hunter Blair for maintaining soil moisture by reducing cultivations while using cover crops and sheep grazing to boost his soil's organic matter.

The article discusses lack of moisture on oilseed rape that was drilled just after the bank holiday. Topics include issues of flea beetles, how crop has failed to germinate on the heavier soils, crop having three reasonable leaves on the gravel areas, and insecticide spraying to protect cereals against barley yellow dwarf virus.

An interview with hydrogeophysicist Trenton Franz is presented. Topics discussed include use of irrigation technology by agronomists to work with heavier textured soils, degrees of Franz in civil and environmental engineering and experience in agriculture, and use of a standard device in physics from soil moisture measurement provider Hydroinnova to measure soil moisture content and neutrons.

The article discusses how lack of measurable rain led to declined harvest and mentions that crops have suffered from drought and beans in variation in yield and bruchid bettle damage. Topics discussed include clods down cracks to prevent clay from losing the structure, how fields were rolled to conserve moisture of soil and drilled into tilth, and damage from cabbage stem flea beetle.

The article offers information on the forecast of El Nino increasing hopes of growing wheat in the U.S. Topics discussed include winter wheat production forecast in Texas and Oklahoma; views of extension agronomist Calvin Trostle on the soil moisture in the winter; and leaving stubble from the previous crop and a grower's approach to tillage.

The article discusses several aspects of improving wheat establishment and yields in Great Britain. It mentions compaction or drainage issues needs to be identified and corrected before drilling to avoid compromising root growth and tillering capacity; and early-sown crops generally emerge faster with sufficient soil moisture. It also mentions about the importance of nitrogen, potassium and manganese, phosphorus for wheat growth.

The article focuses on several aspects of improving autumn soil cultivation regimes in Great Britain. It mentions need for carrying out an assessment of problem areas in the spring season, with areas of bad drainage, compaction or slug damage; and need for having quick-release wearing metal and hydraulic adjustment. It also mentions need for investing in right kit and operator training; and considering right amount of soil moisture.

The article reports that according to Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) Dairy analysts, dry weather could hit milk yields and increase concentrate use. Topics discussed include lack of rain that has led to soil moisture conditions being dried, decline in milk volumes shown by the milk production statistics, and increase in concentrate use with milk coming from forage.

The article examines how leaky water main has added excitement to irrigating in Great Britain. Topics discussed include thinner soils overlying the free-draining shillet; soil moisture levels at potato growing; and irrigation reels busy applying water to potatoes and onions; and irrigation needed for potato growing.

The article reports that there is a wide range of establishment methods for oilseed rape and the most suitable technique will depend on soil type, soil conditions, prevailing weather and likely weed and slug pressures. It notes that low-cost, one-pass establishment systems have become popular, even though any potential savings can be lost if establishment is patchy or the crop fails. Oilseed rape and soil compaction are not a good combination, which is why establishment systems.

The article reports that the crop establishment is widely recognized as the main challenge when it comes to growing a successful crop of oilseed rape. Crops which establish quickly and have a good start in mild autumn conditions are able to withstand these pressures and reach their full yield potential. It notes that top-performing farms witness yields in excess of 5t/ha. It adds that growers must look at soil conditions before they focus on any agronomic considerations.

The article discusses the Penn State researchers who are employing deep learning to map water content in soil and used a vast network of digital cameras to capture millions of images documenting seasonal changes of vegetation across North America. It states that the team make use of data from a National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) satellite called Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) launched in 2015 in measuring the soil moisture near the ground surface around the world.

The article discusses oilseed rape growers in Great Britain are being urged to scan disease alert updates as late-flowering crops are expected to heighten the risk of yield-damaging sclerotinia stem rot. It mentions that the risk of sclerotinia will be higher as temperatures pick up and availability of good moisture in the soil according to oilseed rape specialist David Leaper.

The author suggests that moisture conservation could be the most important thing for farmers to do this spring in 2018 in Great Britain.

The article presents research by Tim Shaver, University of Nebraska Extension nutrient management specialist, aimed at addressing plant stress through variable-rate irrigation (VRI). The reliance of VRI research on soil moisture sensors to measure and address in-field variability is explored. The said VRI-equipped lateral system at the Nebraska Panhandle Research and Extension Center consists of a four-span system covering 16 acres, with about 4 acres under each span.

The article focuses on Vivek Sharma, an assistant professor of agronomy and irrigation in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Wyoming, whose research projects were already aiming to help farmers enhance their water use. Sharma has conducted field trials to give farmers a look at soil moisture sensors. The possibility for some dealers to add sensors to their product lines with several manufacturers looking at Wyoming as a potential market is explored.

The article focuses on Green Roof Innovation Testing Laboratory (GRIT Lab) University of Toronto which is mission is to study the relation between material choices and environmental performance. It mentions several layers waterproof membrane, drainage layer, filter cloth, growing medium, and plants with green roof products, materials, configurations and dimensions. It also mentions benefits of soil-moisture sensor irrigation on nutrient availability.

The article reports that soil temperatures are down to suitable level for propyzamide herbicide applications to control blackgrass in Great Britain. The rising levels of mildew and net blotch seen in winter barley crops will be prevented by a couple of frosts. However, a bigger concern is soil moisture deficits of as much as 130mm.