NID has a new all day FREE class on AG irrigation

Nevada Irrigation District is proud to present …

A new all day FREE class on AG irrigation!

Classes to be available several times in 2009 - in both Nevada & Placer County locations

Key Benefits to this class:
Save on power costs weed control
Higher crop yields Water conservation
Beautify your property Protect native Oaks
Put more ground into production Add value to property

• How much water do I need for irrigated Pastures, Orchards, and Vineyards?
• What is a Miner’s Inch? Why is it important? If 1 inch is good, is 2 inches better?
• How many acres of Pasture, Orchard, and Vineyard will a Miner’s Inch irrigate?
• How do I evaluate my own irrigation system for uniformity and application rates?
• When should I irrigate and how much?
• Are there tools for measuring soil moisture levels?
• Does a pond or holding tank make sense in an irrigation design?
• Why does water pressure matter so much?

The Nevada County class is registering now and will have two dates to choose from.

Dates: May 2, 2009 - Saturday, Nevada County Class
May 3, 2009 - Sunday, Nevada County Class

Time: 9am to 3pm

Location: 13303 Hopeful Hill Rd., Nevada City, CA 95959

Please bring sack lunch, drinks, boots, sunscreen, hat, chair.

Please contact NID at (530) 273-6185 or (800) 222-4102 to register for class.

For additional information, please call Keith Crabtree at (530) 635-1253.