How does irrigation flow affect fertilizer dosing in agriculture?

When we talk about irrigation flow, we refer to the amount of water flowing through the irrigation system within a specified period of time. Typically, we measure it in volume units such as litres or cubic metres per hour.

Irrigation flow is a crucial factor in agriculture, especially in fertigation, as it determines the amount of water available for crops and thus their growth and production. Insufficient irrigation flow can be very damaging to crops, with negative consequences for both growth and yield. Additionally, excessive irrigation flow can lead to soil overload and suffocate the plant.

Therefore, it is important to have precise control of irrigation flow to ensure that crops receive the appropriate amount of water and nutrients for healthy growth. In this regard, ITC dosing pumps ensure precise control of irrigation flow throughout the fertigation process.

Irrigation Flow and its Importance in Fertigation

Through fertigation, a constant application of fertilisers and nutrients is carried out throughout the irrigation cycle. These solutions and products are dosed in proportion to the plant’s needs, mixed with irrigation water continuously and precisely, providing the crop with the nutrients it needs at the right time.

By dosing the exact amount the plant requires, we achieve full utilisation of the resources used, resulting in increased production and cost savings. Being aware of irrigation flow is essential for balanced fertiliser dosing, ensuring optimal nutrient absorption by the plant until the next irrigation cycle.

One of the best methods to achieve proper fertigation is to leverage all the advantages provided by ITC products and solutions. Their dosing pumps are developed with cutting-edge technology to achieve advanced control in dosing.

ITC, Leaders in Precision Fertigation Agriculture

The use of ITC dosing pumps in agriculture translates into various benefits, among the most notable are:

• Better use of energy and fertilisers.
• Increased crop production.
• Ability to inject all types of liquid products, regardless of their concentration, density, viscosity, abrasiveness, or corrosiveness, among others.
• Uniform dosing of fertiliser.
• Constant flow under any circumstances.
• Ease of use and remote control.
• Space-saving compared to traditional systems.
• Economical maintenance and close technical service with the ITC team.

Discover all that ITC can bring to your crops! Contact us for more information on our dosing pumps and start fertigating with ITC.