An ambitious subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) project covering eight acres was initiated and installed in 2007. It is a permanent installation with plastic drip lines buried 18 in. deep and spaced 60 in. apart in a field divided into 12 operating zones. The project was undertaken with the following objectives: 1. Demonstrate SDI installation, equipment, and operation. 2. Demonstrate best management practicesfor growing crops with SDI. 3. Conduct irrigation research in areas of scheduling and fertility. 4. Provide a platform for educational and outreach activities
