Imagine it’s the middle of summer and you are driving by your fields, orchards, or research plots. The crops look healthy, but you wonder about the moisture levels in the soil for the upcoming days. Which block or field should you prioritize for irrigation? Additionally, you may be concerned about the previous irrigation event and […]
Meet Dr. Daniel Hirmas, a professor and B.L. Allen Chair of Pedology at Texas Tech University who researches the mechanistic linkages between soil structure, climate, distribution of coarse fragments, fire frequency, dust, and subsurface boundary conditions on the development of soil hydraulic properties. Introduction Meet Dr. Hirmas, who has achieved a Bachelor’s degree in Biology […]
Soil moisture monitoring installations have gained significant attention in recent years and for a good reason. These installations are essential for effectively managing irrigation scheduling and optimizing those areas with limited water resources to meet a crop’s needs. The variability of soil types, needs of crops, terrain, and drainage profiles pose challenges that can be […]
