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Better Irrigation Pump Screens - Saving Money and Time

Australian Water School via YouTube

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Explore the benefits of modern irrigation pump screens in this 59-minute webinar from the Australian Water School. Learn about innovative screen designs that protect fish populations while improving farm productivity. Discover how self-cleaning mechanisms and location-specific designs can save farmers time and money. Hear from expert presenters, including farm managers who have implemented these screens, about their real-world experiences and results. Gain insights into fish lifecycles, international examples, and the differences between pumped and gravity-fed offtakes. Understand how proper screening can reduce fish losses and benefit both agricultural operations and aquatic ecosystems. Participate in Q&A sessions to deepen your understanding of this important water management technology.

Syllabus

- Presenter intros | Welcome to Country | Polls
- AWMA screens | Modern design
- Fish lifecycle | Design implications
- International example | Trash racks
- Pumped vs gravity-fed offtakes
- Self-cleaning
- Duxton Vineyards | Industry example
- Regional Australian farm example
- Q&A
- Presenter wrap-up

Taught by

Australian Water School

Reviews

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  • Ackim Chiluba
    The Better Irrigation Pump Screens course is practical, straightforward, and focused on real savings. It shows how the right pump screens reduce clogs, cut maintenance time, and improve efficiency. The lessons are clear, easy to follow, and packed with tips that can be applied immediately in the field. I appreciated the emphasis on cost savings and time management, which makes the course especially valuable for farmers and irrigation managers. While more case studies would add depth, the course delivers exactly what it promises—helping you save money and time with smarter irrigation practices

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