Evaluation and Demonstration of Micro-Gravity Drip Irrigation System

Project Description

Research aimed at improving water application efficiency for irrigated agriculture. The first phase will focus on cotton production in central Arizona in cooperation with the Ak Chin Indian Community.  Phases 2 and 3 will be with the Gila River Indian Community and the Colorado River Indian Tribes.

Sponsor
Central Arizona Water Conservation District
Lead Investigator
Sanchez, Charles A
Tribe(s)
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Gila River Indian Community of the Gila River Indian Reservation, Arizona
Colorado River Indian Tribes of the Colorado River Indian Reservation, Arizona and California
Status
Active
Lead College/Unit
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)