The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) will release its newest publication, Precision Irrigation Management, during a live webinar on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
This new paper explores how innovative technologies and management strategies can help farmers make every drop of water count. It examines the science, technology, and economics behind precision irrigation—including variable-rate irrigation systems, soil and plant sensors, mobile applications for irrigation scheduling, and evapotranspiration (ET)-based decision support tools. These technologies are helping producers and water managers improve productivity, reduce environmental impact, and adapt to the growing challenges of climate and resource variability.
During the webinar, the authors will present key findings from the paper and discuss how precision irrigation supports sustainable water use, improved crop yields, and data-driven decision-making across agricultural systems. The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the experts.
Details:
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM Eastern | 12:00–1:00 PM Central
Registration: Register here.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Authors:
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Suat Irmak, The Pennsylvania State University
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Jonathan Aguilar, Kansas State University
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Viacheslav Adamchuk, McGill University
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Hsin-Hui Huang, McGill University
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Susan O’Shaughnessy, USDA Agricultural Research Service
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Meetpal Kukal, The Pennsylvania State University
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Isaya Kisekka, University of California, Davis
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Dana Porter, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service
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Manuel Andrade-Rodriguez, University of Nevada, Reno
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Aghil Yari, Hydrowise, Inc.
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Chandra Madramootoo, McGill University
The publication will be available for download immediately following the webinar at www.cast-science.org.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how advanced irrigation management is shaping the future of sustainable agriculture.
