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Irrigation

04:57 minutes Victorian growers share their experiences with early crop irrigation practices.

Before the development of farm dams and computerised permanent sprinkler systems, early growers hand watered winter crops or were busy moving heavy hoses and pipes by hand every 2-3 hours..

To conserve expensive town water, much of this work was done at night with growers shifting hoses and surviving with little sleep ... unless it rained.

Permanent sprinkler systems were introduced from WA by Harry Goodrich and Les Allen in the 1960's with Russell Lamattina leading the way with computerised irrigation control systems in the 1980's.

Interviews with Rob Allen, Angelo Taranto, Luis Gazzola, Geoff Corrigan and Peter Schreurs.

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The 2012 AUSVEG National Convention Trade Show and National Awards for Excellence Wrest Point Hotel Casino in Hobart from 10 to 12 May 2012 The... See event details.

2011-11-05 Regional Dinner Dance

We are pleased to announce our 2011 Regional Dinner Dance. Reserve your table and enjoy the fellowship of all vegetable growers, their families,... See event details.

2011-10-14 Annual General Meeting

VGA Victoria Members, have your say ! Annual General Meeting of the Vegetable Growers Association of Victoria Inc. When : Friday, 14th October... See event details.

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