Water Use Efficiency in Idaho Wheat
An episode of the From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat podcast, hosted by Idaho Wheat Commission, titled "Water Use Efficiency in Idaho Wheat" was published on February 6, 2025 and runs 33 minutes.
February 6, 2025 ·33m · From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat
Summary
Water efficiency is more important than ever as Idaho agriculture grapples with challenges like population growth, urbanization, and climate change. Join us for our next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat as we sit down with Jared Gibbons, a University of Idaho Extension educator, to discuss his innovative use of near-infrared cameras mounted on drones. These cutting-edge tools help identify subtle differences in water use among cereal varieties, including wheat. Discover how identifying water-efficient wheat varieties can empower farmers to grow crops that thrive with less water, promoting sustainable agriculture across Idaho's diverse landscapes.
Episode Description
Water efficiency is more important than ever as Idaho agriculture grapples with challenges like population growth, urbanization, and climate change. Join us for our next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat as we sit down with Jared Gibbons, a University of Idaho Extension educator, to discuss his innovative use of near-infrared cameras mounted on drones. These cutting-edge tools help identify subtle differences in water use among cereal varieties, including wheat. Discover how identifying water-efficient wheat varieties can empower farmers to grow crops that thrive with less water, promoting sustainable agriculture across Idaho's diverse landscapes.
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