PUBLICATION W920D

Implementing Agricultural Water Treatments on the Farm

Publish Date: July 29 2020 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/W920D

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Summary

Module on putting irrigation water treatment into practice on produce farms, with a focus on system setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Reviews common chemical injection options, including tablet chlorinators, venturi injectors, water-powered piston injectors, and electric pumps (peristaltic and diaphragm), with notes on flow rate, consistency, materials compatibility, and safety. It also explains how UV systems work, what components and sensors are needed, and why maintenance like cleaning quartz sleeves and replacing bulbs matters. Emphasizes choosing equipment that matches farm conditions, documenting performance, and correcting problems quickly to keep treatment effective.