Has Climate Change Affected Your Plant Hardiness Zone?
Most of us are familiar with USDA Growing Zones. But do you know if climate change has affected your zone? Click on this link or the graphic [...]
Looking Into the Future of Climate Change
I find it amazing how you can start down a path and suddenly the plan veers off into a new direction with unintended consequences. “Several [...]
Compostable Biodegradable Mulch Film
Finally, there is a product that provides the benefit of mulch film, without the expense of having to pick it up after each season. [...]
We Need To Harvest Stormwater In An Affordable, Green Way
Water is a closed system. For all practical purposes, we have all the water we are ever going to have, so we have to [...]
Average Age of A US Farmer is 57.5 (and increasing)
There is an interesting article to read on TheConversation.com America’s farmers are getting older, and young people aren’t rushing to join them "The average American [...]
Using Dragline for Manure Application
There is a growing trend that's been catching on in the farming community - the use of dragline systems for manure application. With the demand [...]
October – Time to Harvest and Get Ready for Winter
In October, farmers across the United States will continue with various agricultural activities depending on their specific region and the crops they cultivate. Here's [...]
A Calculator – How Much Water Do You Use?
Here is a link to a website - WaterCalculator.org - that will show you how much water you (and your household) use each day. It will then [...]
Selecting A Sprinkler Irrigation System
Are you looking for a new sprinkler irrigation system? If so, this handy guide will work you through some of the most important steps [...]
Which Valve Do I Need?
Which Valve Do I Need? Triple K Irrigation offers different valves for different conditions. Here are some of the most common valves we sell. Standard [...]
Farmers Getting Ready for September Harvest
The specific activities that farmers will be doing in September can vary depending on factors such as climate, crop choices, and local agricultural practices. [...]
If Water Is a Closed System, How Can We Have Water Shortages?
Water is a globally a closed system. This means that new water is not being created. And existing water is not being broken down [...]
The Difference Between Drag Hose and Mainline Hose Is…
In agricultural practices, both drag hose and mainline hose are used for irrigation purposes, but they serve different functions and have distinct characteristics. Let's [...]
Why We Sell Mandal’s Hoses
Wondering why we sell Mandal's hoses? In simple terms, it comes down to quality. “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness [...]
Irrigation Big Gun – When to Buy Versus Rebuild
Deciding whether to rebuild a big gun irrigation sprinkler or purchase a new one depends on several factors. Here are some considerations to help [...]
What Is A Camlock Fitting?
A camlock, also known as a cam and groove coupling, is a type of quick-connect coupling used in fluid transfer applications. It consists of two [...]
10 Tips For Selecting Mainline Hose for Manure Distribution
When selecting a mainline hose for moving manure in commercial farming, there are several important factors to consider. These factors will help ensure efficient and [...]
10 Items To Look For When Buying Air Hose For Your Farm
When selecting an air hose for commercial farming, several factors should be considered to ensure optimal performance and durability. Here are the most important factors [...]
Power Loc Fittings for Irrigation
Power-Loc fittings are primarily used in irrigation systems for connecting and securing tubing or drip lines. These fittings are designed to create a tight, [...]
How to Successfully Use A Drip Irrigation Kit
Drip irrigation is an efficient and effective method of watering plants by delivering water directly to the plant's root zone. To make the best [...]
Is Ironsides PVC Layflat Discharge Hose Right for Me?
A discharge hose is exactly what it sounds like, Primarily it is used to move water from one area to another. Farmers use discharge [...]
When Will the Fed Legalize Marijuana?
LINK: Federal marijuana legalization: how far away is it? "Despite state laws making cannabis fully legal in up to twenty states– the Drug Enforcement [...]
Pot Farmers Are Going Broke
It seems like the production and sale of legal marijuana is a no-brainer. For decades the illegal sale of weed has been amazingly lucrative [...]
Foot Valve Versus Discharge Valve
Every day our phone rings asking us if we have a particular valve. Usually, the answer is yes. We try and keep the warehouse [...]
How Big Gun Sprinklers Are Used in Commercial Irrigation
Gig gun sprinklers, also known as big gun sprinklers or impact sprinklers, are a type of sprinkler commonly used in commercial irrigation for large-scale applications. [...]
How Google Lens Can Help Your Business
"It is as easy as taking a picture." My wife and I have been using Google Lens for years. We usually use it during [...]
Filtering Nitrates Before They Enter the Water Stream
Low tech makes cleaner water in Iowa; so what’s stopping it? The problem - corn (and other crops) love fertilizer (nitrates) and most of [...]
Drones Are In, Tractors Are Out
Drones Are In, Tractors Are Out "Jim Fry is a sixth-generation farmer who recently learned about the use of agriculture drones in a pest [...]
A 6 Point Checklist for Connecting Hoses
Bauer fittings are a type of industrial coupling that is commonly used to connect hoses and pipes in agriculture, construction, and other industries. Here [...]
10 Interesting Facts About Water (#4 is Surprising!)
Water is the most common substance on Earth, covering about 71% of the planet's surface. Water is the only substance that exists naturally in [...]
Pre-Season Sprinkler Checklist
From our friends at Komet Irrigation! Prepare for your best growing season yet - with this checklist created by our Irrigation Experts! Komet [...]
College Students Work Off Debt – By Working!
I love it when a plan solves multiple problems at the same time. The University of California has a problem and a solution. Lower-income [...]
Solar Panels Can Increase Crop Production
In an update to a recent article - Yes Virginia You Can Have Crops and Solar Panels Too new research reinforces the notion that [...]
Dairy Farmers are Turning Manure Into Money
According too a recent article in Smithsonian Magazine, as the price of milk plummeted in the early 2000's,the Barstow famiily "decided to take full [...]
This Train Car Lays Solar Panels Between Tracks
In previous posts we have looked at ways we can have "Farming" and "Solar Energy" without having to decide on having one or the [...]
Why You Should Do Business With Triple K Irrigation
What makes Triple K Irrigation different? Face it. Everyone wants your business (including us!) Every company "has the very best employees, the very best [...]
Yes Virginia You Can Have Crops and Solar Panels Too
There is a lot of conflict today about "taking prime agricultural land out of production for solar energy". Fortunately, this is not the only [...]
Vertical Farming Is In Trouble
The vertical farming bubble is finally popping Vertical farming has been positioned as the next big thing in farming. For starters look at the [...]
California Drought Update
Here Are California's Drought Conditions After Recent Winter Storms California Drought Update 2022 vs 2023 According to the NBC San Diego website, "The [...]
ChatGPT Discusses Manure Drag Hose
There are several types of drag hoses for manure application available, including: Lay-flat drag hose: This is a lightweight, flexible hose that can be [...]
What Is “Sustainable Farming”? Let’s Ask ChatGPT
Sustainable farming is a way of producing food and other agricultural products that is environmentally responsible, socially just, and economically viable. It is a [...]
Examples of Waste Management Equipment
According to ChatGPT: Waste management equipment in farming can include a variety of tools and machinery designed to manage different types of agricultural waste. [...]
ChatGPT Discusses Trends in Drip Irrigation
Current Trends in Drip Irrigation Drip irrigation is a popular and efficient method of watering crops and landscaping, and it has seen several trends [...]
I Asked ChatGPT What are the Issues Facing American Farmers Today?
What are the top five issues facing farmers in the United States today? American Farmers Low commodity prices: Farmers often face low [...]
Help Wanted: Young Urban Farmers for $1,800 per month, No Experience Necessary
Help Wanted: Young urban farmers for $1,800 per month, no experience necessary A very unique program for Green City Force has announced it is [...]
I Asked ChatGPT How Businesses Can Conserve Water
What is the first thing businesses should do to conserve water in the United States? Water conservation is important for businesses of all sizes, [...]
I Asked ChatGPT How Manufacturers Can Best Conserve Water
What is the first thing manufacturers should do to conserve water in the United States? Water conservation is important for manufacturers, as water is [...]
I Asked ChatGPT How Consumers Can Best Conserve Water
What is the first thing we (consumers) should do to conserve water in the United States? Conserving water is important for ensuring that there [...]
I Asked ChatGPT For Ideas on Conserving Water for Farmers
I asked ChatGPT for ideas on how to conserve water. Here is what he/she/it shared: What is the first thing farmers should do to [...]
Vertical Solar Farms Arrive…
These new vertical solar systems are specially designed for farms One of the biggest criticisms of solar power is the amount of land the [...]
Central Coast lake spills for first time in 12 years. It’s now at 99.7% of capacity
Central Coast lake spills for the first time in 12 years. It’s now at 99.7% of capacity. Another ray of sunshine in the dystopian [...]
News From the Colorado River
Well, the good news is six of the seven states that draw water from the Colorado River have finally agreed on a new water-sharing [...]
Artificial Intelligence on the Farm
According to a recent article on Forbes.com: "To survive today, farmers need to be experts in fertilizers and soil, insecticides specific to different crops, [...]
A New Social Media Platform for Farmers
Recently I came across a new social media platform that looks promising - Growing Connections, available for download at no cost from your mobile [...]
Making Fertilizer More “Green”
"...farmers could even start to produce ammonia in smaller, onsite batches, rather than continuing to rely on huge chemical plants. " I have been [...]
The Hardest Working Worms On the Farm…
"All the animals and wildlife on the Chesters’ farm have a job to do, but arguably the hardest workers are the earthworms." The [...]
All The Earth’s Fresh Water In One Sphere
A great graphical representation of how much fresh water we have on Earth. "This image shows blue spheres representing relative amounts of Earth's water [...]
US Soil Could Be Eroding Up to 1,000 Times Faster Than It Should
I came across the following article "US Soil Could Be Eroding Up to 1,000 Times Faster Than It Should" and candidly was surprised. Surprised [...]
Underground Greenhouses Have Been Around for Thirty Decades
I was surprised to read today that underground greenhouses have been around for thirty years. The Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota is home [...]
Crops Are Migrating North – Following The Climate Change
I was born and raised in Florida and I have fond memories of miles and miles of citrus trees growing on the east coast [...]
Manure Irrigation Deserves A Retrial
One of the problems with doing things the way they have always been done is finding out that the reasons "we always did it [...]
Wondering If You Are in a Drought Zone?
The answer is probably yes. Follow this link to The U.S. Drought Monitor. Spoiler alert - MOST of the United States is currently experiencing [...]
Problems with the Mighty Mississippi River
My wife and I honeymooned in New Orleans. One of our fondest memories was dinner on a Mississippi River Boat as it sailed up [...]
The Great Lakes Water War (And What It Can Teach Us)
"Just 1% of the water on earth sustains all life." DW.com Several years ago my daughter told me about a book - The Great [...]
Feds are putting a price tag on water in the Colorado River
Feds are putting a price tag on water in the Colorado River basin to spur farmers to conserve. Nine times out of ten, the [...]
14 Uses For Cow Dung You May Not Know About
I can honestly say that I have spent ZERO time this year contemplating uses for cow dung. But after reading this article, here are [...]
97% of Earth’s Water Is In The Ocean. Why Don’t We Just Use It?
According to EPA.gov, "Over 97 percent of the earth's water is found in the oceans as salt water. Two percent of the earth's water [...]
Wild Fires Threaten Nation’s Largest Cannabis Operations
Once again California is experiencing record fires across the state. And the crop most under threat in California today is not almonds, tomatoes, or [...]
A Lost World Comes Home
There are countless articles about how the changing climate is negatively affecting people across the globe. This is not one of those articles. This [...]
Five Facts About Groundwater
We continue to see scary photographs of rivers running dry and reservoirs at record low levels. Greenland's famous glaciers are [...]
The Current Drought is Worldwide
Drought around the world, August 2022, in dramatic images Worldwide Drought Image Perhaps you have noticed the drought conditions in North America, [...]
So How Much Water Do My Crops Really Need?
Assorted Berries Ready to Eat Here is a quick guide to some interesting articles we came across recently about how to deal [...]
Scientists Have Named a Heat Wave. Here’s Why It’s a Big Deal
The latest posting from Science Alert shares that "For the first time, scientists have named a heat wave. They called it Zoe." "According to [...]
Adding a Reservoir to a High-Demand System
"Look around the rooftops of many cities and you’ll see wooden water towers. New York has thousands of them. NYSC Water Tanks [...]
Nevada Says Goodbye to Grass – And Other Climate Concerns
Say Goodbye to Grass in Las Vegas Nevada Says Goodbye to Grass Say Goodbye to Grass in Las Vegas. When it comes [...]
99% of Sea Turtles are Now Born Female
Climate change means different things to different people. I grew up on the east coast of Florida. Our beach was Playalinda, located in the [...]
This Is Why We Should Want To Store Carbon In The Soil
What Is Carbon Sequestration and How Can We Use Agricultural Soils For This Purpose? Take a few minutes and follow the link to the [...]
Just 13 Crops Provide 80 percent of People’s Energy Intake Worldwide
As reported in a recent article on ScienceNews.org, "Today, just 13 crops provide 80 percent of people’s energy intake worldwide, and about half of our [...]
A water strategy for the parched West: Have cities pay farmers to install more efficient irrigation systems
I have heard of a number of examples of wasteful government spending, like: A recent audit revealed that between 1997 and 2003, the Defense Department [...]
First No Water, Then a Plague, Now “Biblical Swarms of Insects Out West”
First, there was drought. Then plague (COVID). Now pestilence. Accuweather.com is reporting, "Explosive, ‘truly biblical’ swarms of cannibalistic insects ravage crops out West" Sorry, [...]
Meet the Peecyclers. Their Idea to Help Farmers Is No. 1.
Would you switch to a fertilizer that needs less water, and produced better results? What if you were told it would also help the environment [...]
Indoor Farming Is a ‘No-Brainer.’ Except for the Carbon Footprint.
I came across an excellent opinion essay recently in the New York Times. I knew that indoor farming was in growth mode, but was surprised [...]
Converting Manure into Concentrated, Weed-Free, Organic Fertilizer
Donald Dejong has been a dairy farmer for more than 20 years. And he was frustrated by the "conventional" way the industry handled manure. "From [...]
PVC Prices Are At A Record High
It is no secret that PVC prices are at record highs around the world. The article PVC prices at record high – analysis of [...]
Is a Domestic Supply of Potash Here?
The United States is the largest global consumer of Potash, the potassium-rich mineral, yet it imports 93 percent of its potash. Except for Canada, [...]
CAKE’S AUTONOMOUS ATV FOR FARMS AND RANCHES KEEPS THE DELICATE ECOSYSTEM UNPERTURBED
AUTONOMOUS ATV FOR FARMS "The all-terrain ATV is designed with a priority on using natural resources wherever possible and has environmental protection etched [...]
June Special on Amiad Duplex Gravity Fertilizer (Expires 6/22/2022)
Amiad Hydraulic Fertilizer Injector Amiad Hydraulic Fertilizer Injector Amiad hydraulic fertilizer injector is constructed from corrosion and chemical resistant materials. The unit is [...]
From Pharma to Farm: Can CRISPR Feed the World?
I am currently reading The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race written by Walter Isaacson. The Code Breaker [...]
The One Stop Shop for Irrigation Parts and Products
With the recent increase in temperature and decrease in rain, it is time to start irrigating the fields. We are your one stop shop - [...]
US Wheat Crop Is In Trouble
Heavy rain in some areas of the United States has stopped the spring planting of wheat, while other US markets continue to fight drought conditions. [...]
Fertilizer Prices Are 78 Percent Higher Than Average In 2021…
In case you are wondering why more farmers are moving to manure as a fertilizer, the price of conventional fertilizer is up substantially from 2021 [...]
These are the world’s largest vertical farms
All around the world, vertical farming is BIG. While it is just getting started now in the United States, it has been used for decades [...]
Vertical Gardens Are Growing On Us!
Vertical Farming So what is all the buzz about vertical farming? This weekend I was watching a CBS Sunday Morning segment about vertical farming and [...]
Farm vehicles now weigh almost as much as heaviest dinosaurs – here’s why that’s a problem
Farm vehicles are now heavier than most dinosaurs – here’s why that’s a problem... The study estimates that 20% of croplands globally are at high [...]
When Wheat Never Dies
"Kernza is a perennial, which means, like a lawn, it regrows and produces grain every year without having to be replanted. Its extensive root system [...]
This company crushes old roads—and rebuilds them to store carbon
"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results." Albert Einstein Carbon Crusher uses 8-ton metal robot perched atop a John [...]
Now We Are Importing Manure?
From our friends at The Quartz, this article caught my eye... Pandemic supply chain shocks compounded by the war in Ukraine have caused a global shortage of chemical fertilizers. With [...]
Why Hemp in Colorado? The Surge of Hemp Farms
When you think of hemp farming in the United States, one of the first states that comes to mind is invariably colorado. With a history [...]
Colorado’s Apples and Hemp: Drip Irrigation Best Practices For 2020
There is an old saying “don’t compare apples to oranges”. It makes sense, one shouldn't try to compare two objects that can’t realistically be compared. [...]
Irrigation Choices for Raised Bed Gardens and Farms
There is a certain appeal to raised bed gardens. They look nice, allow you to plant earlier, and make it easier to control your soil [...]
Using Liquid Organic Fertilizer In Your Garden
Gardening organically is a great way to make a positive impact on the environment! Not only are you sustainably growing your own food, your also [...]
Fertilizer Injector Information For Marijuana Growing
As marijuana becomes legalized in more and more states, many farmers have begun growing this unique plant. Marijuana plants have many uses, from cannabidiol (cbd [...]
Commercial, Industrial, and Public Or Municipal Water Supply, Irrigation, and Wastewater Solutions
Contact us today for a complete line of wastewater, supply water, irrigation, and water pumping replacement parts, system extensions or renovations. Contact us for complete [...]
Bringing Bees “Back” With Your Backyard Home Garden
There is something both sincerely beautiful and innately satisfying about watching bees in your garden. Everyone knows the honeybees, the hard workers that we depend [...]
Local Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Filtration
One of the great things about living in the united states is the readily available drinking water. For the majority of people, it is as [...]
Flower Farming Domestic Versus Imports: What You Need To Know
There is nothing more romantic than presenting your beau with an arrangement of flowers. The bright colors and fragrant aroma will melt the hearts of [...]
Farming Hose Connectors- Manure Management Applications
In search of a Doda Hose Connection? We stock Doda Male x Hose Barbs, 3-Hook Doda Couplers, Male Weld On Balls and Replacement O-Rings. Easy [...]
Versatile Industrial Hemp Crops For Manufacturing
Industrial hemp is a versatile plant with hundreds of uses in manufacturing. Unlike marijuana, another plant in the cannabis family, industrial hemp contains less than [...]
Sure-Flo Foot Valves On Sale Now Through August 31, 2019
We have the Sure-Flo foot valves you need, 45 degree flanged OD tubing, female thread, and companion flange all sizes; as well as vertical OD [...]
Agricultural Hemp Profitability and Popularity
Hemp is a unique strain of the cannabis sativa plant that is currently revolutionising american agriculture. Unlike traditional marijuana, it contains very little to no [...]
Fertilizer, Soil Quality, and Land Management Today
Throughout much of North America, especially in the United States, land management techniques have been draining the soil of nutritional value. As more than 50% [...]
Liquid Manure Application Tips To Prevent Contamination
With relatively low nutrient concentration, liquid animal manure may be applied at relatively high volumes, but it is generally recommended that it not be applied [...]
How Irrigation Helps Pollinators: Planning For Water Sources To Increase Pollinators Part 2 of 2
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How Irrigation Helps Pollinators: Planning For Water Sources To Increase Pollinators Part 1 of 2
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Sprinkler Irrigation Systems and Selection
Sprinkler Irrigation is often the best solution for crops, landscapes, golf courses, or sports turf. Utilizing sprinklers for irrigation does not limit your choices. Sprinkler [...]
Drip Irrigation Basic Information for Beginners
Environmentally sustainable irrigation system Drip irrigation is more versatile than many people realize. The ability to choose the amount of water you want [...]
It’s 2019 Is Your Irrigation System Ready to Meet the Stresses of Unpredictable Climate Change?
Climate Change and Irrigation in 2019 The U.S Global Change Research Program delivers [...]
Gallery of Greenhouses with Product Recommendations
Greenhouses are utilized for so many purposes. The designs range from basic to grand. Greenhouses are an essential tool for modern agriculture. Greenhouses are so [...]
Spring Irrigation Check List for Farmers
Many farms are gearing up for the high watering season, with temperatures and weather being more unpredictable than ever, it's always good to be prepared. [...]
Wade Rain Sprinklers On Sale Now Through March 8, 2019. Now Is The Time To Stock Up On Replacement Sprinklers OR Expand Your Irrigation System!
Wade Rain has an interesting history that goes back more than 150+ years. Discover more information about the Wade Rain brand and [...]
Branch County Farmer’s Day Monday February 18, 2019 Order Your Wade Rain Sprinklers When You See Us There!
Triple K Irrigation/IrrigationSupplyParts.com invites you to COME VISIT US at the Branch County Farmer's Day! Branch Area Career Center, 366 Morse St, Coldwater, MI 49036 [...]
Sprinkler Irrigation for Agriculture
Sprinkler Field Irrigation Usage In the United States: Large Area Pressure Sprinklers, Full and Part Circle, Center Pivot, High Volume, Big Gun American Food, Agricultural [...]
2019: A Look at How Drip Irrigation Has Become the Popular Decision for Water Conservation Planning in Landscape Design and Home Gardens
The Drip Irrigation Phenomenon Is All About Monitoring, Scheduling, and Controlling Water Better Drip Irrigation Versatility Expands Technology-Driven Water Conservation Because of the flexibility, water [...]
Not Sure what type of material is best for your irrigation system? Are you considering all the factors?
*We quick ship everything you need for the fruit, vegetable, grain, livestock or horticultural industries. Not Sure what type of material is best [...]
The 30th Annual Fort Wayne Farm Show Join Us! Jan 15-17th, 2019
Please see us about a quote on your new wastewater flow meter, golf course or landscape sprinklers, custom drip irrigation supplies or drip kits, or [...]
2019 Drip Irrigation Equipment Recommended Investment
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Product Review The Mini Sigma Series by Amiad Water Systems
Introducing the Mini Sigma Series by Amiad-Value and Convenience Irrigationsupplyparts.com recommends Amiad products because they are focused developing and marketing environmentally-friendly water filtration solutions [...]
Visit Our Booth at the Great Lakes Expo December 4-6 2018!
Come visit our booths at the Great Lakes Expo Booth # 741 & 742 Here is a link to the exhibitor list and maps Looking [...]
Krohne IFC 100 Signal Converter-Product Features Review
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Newest Product Review- KROHNE OPTIFLUX 4100
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Extending Growing Seasons With Cold Frames
The need to extend the growing season on a small scale or if you are supplying restaurants could be very important to you. Cold Frame [...]
Installing Gasket PVC Pipe
Installing Gasket PVC Pipe How hard can it be?... Installing PVC Pipe can go quite quickly and easily if you remember a couple of basic [...]
Calculating A Flow Rate
Are you wondering how much water is available? Here are some pointers to help you check and compute stream flow: Select a straight run in [...]
How To Select The Correct Pumping Equipment
There are four basic questions that will help to select the correct submersible pump: What is the size of the well casing? What is the [...]
Pump Maintenance Before Start Up For The Season
If a pump is new or has been in storage, turn it over by hand to ensure that it rotates freely. Periodically, check the mounting [...]
Hand-Operated Priming Pump
The hand-operated priming pump is designed to prime the centrifugal pump by evacuating air from the pump casing and suction line. To prime a pump [...]
Sprinkler Irrigation (Frost Protection)
There are numerous considerations for growers thinking of investing in an irrigation system. One is successful frost protection in areas where freezing temperatures occur during [...]
