Why is water conservation & treatment important?
Water collection pond
Access to an adequate supply of high quality water is a growing concern for the horticulture industry:
- Drought, urbanization, and competing demands have all contributed to increased water scarcity
- Existing and anticipated regulations on consumption and runoff impact greenhouse and nursery management and profitability
Knowing exactly how much water of what quality you need will be critical to the survival of your operation in the coming years. Better yet if you understand:
- How to use water treatment technologies to turn runoff into valuable irrigation water,
- How to reduce the amount of water you need to maintain plant health through best management practices combined with water saving devices
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