ISHS Acta Horticulturae 542: VII International Symposium on the Processing Tomato
DRIP IRRIGATION OF PROCESSING TOMATOES IN AUSTRALIA |
| Author: | W.J. Ashcroft |
| Abstract:
Drip irrigation is widely used in the production of processing tomatoes in Australia. During the 1999/2000 season, 49% of the area planted was drip irrigated. Half the drip-irrigated crops were direct seeded and half transplanted. Drip lines are typically buried to a depth of 15-20cm in 1.5m wide raised beds around 200metres long. Emitter spacing is normally between 30 and 45cm, and seasonal water applications under drip can vary from 4 - 8 Ml/ha depending on soil-type, management strategy and weather conditions. | |
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