Kylie Rowe's project involves identifying suitable software packages to assist growers in the area of fertiliser calculation when recycling drain water from closed irrigation systems, so that growers can formulate their crop nutrition programs and irrigation schemes, by integrating virtually all relevant cultivation parameters.
Whilst the concept of recycling water is not new, Kylie's investigations have identified that many growers are struggling with the issues surround the re dosing of recycled drain water, and being able to accurately maintain correct levels of individual elements to provide a balanced feed regime.
Kylie has been looking at a number of software models that offer a potential solution to the issue, and she is currently working closely with fertiliser manufacturer Haifa to identify a reliable and user friendly software package.
Whilst in the Netherlands, Kylie will be investigating what systems and processes that are being used by some of Holland's leading growers, and then translating these findings in to a workable solution for Australian growers.
Kylie is keen to trial her findings on the Chisholm Institute irrigation system, and will then be looking to showcase her findings via industry seminar sessions.
Her goal is that her findings will encourage growers with open systems to more readily undertake recycling as an irrigation and management process.
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