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FOR SURFACE WATER IRRIGATORS IN T H E R I O G R A N D E VA L L E Y — A N D B E YO N D

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This publication presents a quick look at key findings from a multi-year research project administered by the Harlingen Irrigation District under an Agricultural Water Conservation Demonstration Initiative grant from the Texas Water Development Board. The project eventually came to be known as the Texas Project for Ag Water Efficiency, or Texas AWE.

INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................... 1 THE TEAM............................................................................................................................................. 2 SECTION ONE: FOR PRODUCERS....................................................................................................... 4 B

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Additional funding and services were provided by the Harlingen Irrigation District, Rio Grande Basin Initiative, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Texas A&M– Kingsville, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Citrus Producers Board, Bayer Crop Science, Texas Water Resources Institute, and Texas Department of Agriculture.

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INTRODUCTION

We’ve already seen it—severe drought leading to water restrictions for growers. These hot, dry weather patterns are projected to continue in years to come, occasionally punctuated by severe storms and flooding. And if recent history is any indication, we cannot count on releases of water from Mexico, despite the 1944 Treaty. Once you add the impact of exploding population growth on the water supply, it’s clear that we need to become more efficient in moving water and irrigating our crops in the Rio Grande Valley. Agriculture is the lifeblood of the Lower Rio Grande Valley and a pillar of the Texas economy. Preparing for future water shortages now and managing on-farm irrigation for water efficiency is essential for the future of this region and the future of Texas.

I think it’s essential that everybody begin conserving water now and not wait until it gets crunch time. JIM HOFFMAN, PRODUCER

A ten-year study by the Harlingen Irrigation District, funded by the Texas Water Development Board, found excellent opportunities for increasing efficiency and water conservation. The Harlingen Irrigation District has already made significant improvements in the way it manages and delivers water, as several other irrigation districts are doing as well. The study’s research team also identified several low-cost methods for managing on-farm irrigation that not only save water, but can also improve product quality and enhance net cash farm income. This little AWEsome book is a guide to potentially big water savings through proven practices—both on-farm and in-district. Sometimes small changes can have a big impact —especially when they’re implemented region-wide. Let’s get started. -1-

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Below is an acknowledgement of the many dedicated people—cooperators, researchers and "" contract partners—who worked long and hard to analyze and evaluate irrigation practices Parkwood Check that use less water, while maintaining or improving crop yield and quality.

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Dr. Shad Nelson – Texas A&M University-Kingsville Citrus Center Dr. Juan Enciso – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dr. Al Blair – Axiom-Blair Engineering Dr. Steven Klose – Texas A&M FM AgriLife Extension Service 3 Terry Lockamy – Texas A&M46 2 AgriLife Extension Service Enrique Perez – Cameron County Extension Dean Santisteven – USDA-NRCS Philip Stewart – USDA-NRCS Andy Garza – TSSWCB Tom McLemore – HID Project Manager

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Advisory Committee Members Chris Allen – Cooperator Danny Allen – Cooperator Edward Bauer – Grower Sam Morrow – Cooperator Dale Murden – Rio Farms General Manager Sam Ruiz – Cooperator Harold Siever – Cooperator Leonard Simmons – Cooperator Tom Wetegrove – Grower Troy Allen – Delta Lake Irrigation BU S District Manager 77 Ray Prewett – Texas Citrus Mutual

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Research Team Dr. Shad Nelson, Texas A&M University-Kingsville Citrus Center Dr. Juan Enciso and Xavier Peries, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Weslaco Mac Young and Dr. Steven Klose, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, FARM Assistance

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Producers Leading the Way Tommy Bradford Mark Fryer Jim Hoffman Sam Morrow Jimmy Pawlik Sam Sparks

Funders Harlingen Irrigation District Rio Grande Basin Initiative U.S. Department of Agriculture U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Texas A&M–Kingsville Texas Citrus Producers Board Bayer Crop Science Texas Water Resources Institute Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Water Development Board

Collaborative Partners & Contractors Arroyo Colorado Partnership Axiom-Blair Engineering Cameron County Extension Citrus Producers Board Delta Lake Irrigation District Rio Farms, Inc. Rio Grande Basin Initiative Rio Grande Regional Water Authority Rio Grande Regional Planning Group (Region M) Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service AgriLife’s Financial and Risk Management (FARM) Assistance Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center Texas A&M University-Kingsville Citrus Center Texas Citrus Mutual Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Farm Bureau Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board Texas Water Resources Institute U.S. Bureau of Reclamation USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service WaterPR -3-

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Narrow Border Flood irrigation in citrus orchards can save a third

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quality fruit, resulting in a higher net cash farm income.

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increase and irrigation districts will move to volumetric pricing, making water-saving surge valves an essential tool for growers.

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Currently, the low price of water makes it difficult for growers to justify spending money on surge valves

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to improve water efficiency. But with recurring drought, population growth, and the uncertainty of water

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releases from Mexico, water shortages are increasing—and the cost of water is likely to go up. When this

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In addition to hands-on demonstrations, a classroom is available where the Center hosts technology

Irrigation District’s main pumping station in Los Indios, is Texas’ only meter calibration facility.

workshops, trainings and meetings. The Center for AWE is a resource for the Rio Grande Valley and

Modeled after the only other two such facilities in the United States, the Center is designed to

is expected to continue as an essential location for testing and training on agricultural water efficiency

Equipped with working flumes, multiple pipe sizes, and the ability to control variable water flow rates through the system, the Center for AWE offers training for irrigation district personnel, technology

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Weather Stations Help Take Guesswork Out of Crop Management Farmers are always talking about the weather. Now, technology is making it possible for weather to talk to the farmer. A multi-measurement, high-tech weather station that sits near the FM Rio

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To learn more about narrow border flood, surge, auto-gates, or any of the water-saving methods discussed in this booklet, visit TexasAWE.org. You’ll find fact sheets, videos, and detailed reports on the research. If you’re looking for information on the automated gates and telemetry system, you can get free instructions with parts lists, drawings, and other supporting information from the website or the District office:

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