Irrigation Systems in Container Nurseries

The video tutorial discusses the importance of irrigation in container nursery production, focusing on the concepts of uniformity and efficiency. It highlights the challenges of traditional overhead irrigation systems and introduces new irrigation technologies that improve water distribution and reduce usage. The video also showcases innovative water supply solutions, emphasizing the benefits of adopting efficient irrigation practices.

What are the two most important concepts in irrigation for container nursery production?

• Cost and maintenance

• Uniformity and efficiency

• Size and coverage

• Speed and pressure

Why is overhead irrigation commonly used in smaller container nurseries?

• It provides the best uniformity

• It has a low initial cost and is easy to maintain

• It requires less water

• It is the most efficient system

What problem did the narrator face with the old irrigation system?

• High maintenance costs

• Uneven water distribution and dry spots

• Frequent system breakdowns

• Too much water usage

How did the new irrigation heads improve the nursery's operations?

• By providing better water distribution and saving water

• By increasing the cost of irrigation

• By increasing water usage

• By reducing the number of plants

What was the impact of the new irrigation system on water usage in June?

• Water usage increased to 1.5 million gallons

• Water usage remained the same

• Water usage decreased to 400,000 gallons

• Water usage was not measured

How many additional cold frames were added due to space savings?

• 20

• 25

• 15

• 10

What is the capacity of the water storage system at Evergreen Nursery?

• 5,000 gallons

• 11,000 gallons

• 15,000 gallons

• 8,000 gallons

What is the flow rate of the well used for the field's water system?

• 80 gallons a minute

• 70 gallons a minute

• 90 gallons a minute

• 60 gallons a minute

What innovative approach has Evergreen Nursery taken to ensure a reliable water supply?

• Using only rainwater

• Relying on municipal water supply

• Building multiple small wells

• Creating a large storage system with automatic refilling

What is the purpose of building an additional water storage system at Evergreen Nursery?

• To improve water quality

• To reduce water costs

• To have a backup in case of emergencies

• To increase water pressure