Evaluation of irrigation data from different irrigation strategies at the LFS Obersiebenbrunn

Sustainable use of irrigation water is crucial to securing agricultural production and conserving water resources. Modern technologies and innovative strategies offer promising approaches to increasing irrigation efficiency while reducing water consumption. Since 2018, various irrigation systems and methods have been tested at the Obersiebenbrunn Agricultural College, with weather data, soil and plant water status, and yield data being recorded. As part of this research project, data from the 2025 and 2026 growing seasons will be analyzed to investigate how different irrigation strategies affect water distribution in the soil, plant water stress, and yields. In addition, the practical suitability of the sensors used for precise irrigation control will be evaluated. The aim is to develop innovative solutions for resource-saving and efficient irrigation that meet the challenges of climate change.