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Soil moisture plays a critical role in the life of vegetable plants. They need adequate water to develop a strong root system. They also depend heavily on water for expansion and growth. However, the challenge for vegetable growers is to maintain the right amount of water in the soil. When soil moisture drops below the proper level, problems develop. Under-irrigation leads to losses in both crop quality and yield. Over-irrigation leads to anaerobic soil conditions, contributes to erosion, leaches nutrients, and increases input costs. The best way to prevent all of these problems is to be proactive. Regularly measure soil moisture!
Measuring Really Can Make a Difference.
Many growers rely on experience, intuition and guesswork to schedule irrigation. But all of that is subjective. On the other hand, measurement of soil moisture provides objective criteria for irrigation management. That means growers can use precise soil moisture data to make informed management decisions. This helps ensure that the right amount of water is applied at the right time. Plant stress is minimized. Yield potential is maximized. Production is more cost-efficient!
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