A farm near Colfax, North Dakota, is trying out the new 360 Yield Center 360 Rain with the ability to irrigate odd shaped fields and reach into corners. A field day will be Aug. 10, 2023. Jay Myers ...

The installed rain barrel was painted brown and fitted with a brass spigot for feeding the garden hose. Putting a scrap lattice on its sides isn’t necessary, but does make the setup look more ...

So my sister, gardening mother and I were all delighted when he rigged up an irrigation system for the Sutton garden out of rain barrels, PVC pipe and a sump pump. I'm not quite sure how he got the ...

Wichita is trying to encourage water conservation in the wake of the drought, and, in the garden department, a recently introduced rebate program carries incentives for people who want to buy rain ...

A 50-gallon rain barrel can capture significant amounts of water during San Diego's infrequent rain events, according to ...

With a growing emphasis on environmental conservation and cost-effectiveness, homeowners are constantly seeking ways to reduce water usage. In particular, lawn irrigation systems, such as hoses and ...

The following is an excerpt from DIY Projects for the Self-Sufficient Homeowner by Betsy Matheson (Creative Publishing International, 2011). This handy book is your first step toward participating in ...

Manual irrigation systems are inexpensive and offer control but can be cumbersome and prone to leaks. Automated systems offer convenience and control but are ...

Failing to winterize your irrigation system can have negative consequences and potentially lead to problems with your ...

Human existence boils down to one brutal fact: however much food you have, it’s enough to last for the rest of your life. Finding your next meal has always been the central organizing fact of life, ...