Experiences with the irrigation of grassland in the Alpine region
In South Tyrol there is extensive experience with the use of irrigation systems in grassland agriculture. Due to climate change, the irrigation of meadows and pastures is also increasingly discussed in Austria.
In conversation with Dr. Giovanni Peratoner, head of the Mountain Agriculture Department at the Research Centre for South Tyrolean Agriculture Laimburg, we learn how irrigation has developed in South Tyrol, how it is organized and how many areas are irrigated today. Dr. Peratoner also presents concrete experimental results. How efficient is the irrigation? How much water do I need per week? How does irrigation affect the botanical composition of the grassland stands and the feed quality? In addition, valuable tips are given on what to consider when planning and implementing irrigation systems.
Priv. Doz. Dr. Andreas Steinwidder in conversation with Dr. Giovanni Peratoner (Research Center for South Tyrolean Agriculture Laimburg)
Here is the full discussion on the topic of grassland irrigation in the Alpine region for you to watch:
Within the framework of the expert forum in November 2022, Dr. Peratoner also presented the following lecture: {rsfiles path="Tagungen/Expertenforum/Expertenforum_2022/2e_peratoner_2022.pdf"}.
Weiterführende Unterlagen:
- The technical brochure on climate change adaptation, based on the podcast series, contains short and informative technical articles for further reading and
- Supplementary sets of slides for teaching and consulting in all agricultural areas.
