Deficit Irrigation Guide
This Deficit Irrigation Guide helps growers plan limited irrigation. Fill it in by hand and keep it with your farm records for later seasons.
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The steps on this page
- List crops and water available
- Identify drought sensitive growth stages
- Decide when to apply water
- Plan fallback if water runs out
- Track soil water
- Adjust inputs to match water
- Watch for salt buildup
- Record results and returns
How to use this guide
Pin it up in the shop or barn. The numbered steps are a short reminder, and the notes lines are for details specific to your operation.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
For more in this area, see the planting dates and harvest timing. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including Dance of the Irrigation Sprinklers, and farming farm stories.