Webinar to Offer Tips on Developing a Water Management Plan

Drought was a major issue last summer, and the horticulture industry will likely experience more droughts in the coming years. To help growers prepare, ErfGoed is hosting a webinar on March 28, with the topic “What you need for a future-proof water management plan”.

The webinar will provide an overview of the components of a future-proof water management plan, and tools to prepare you to mitigate future water demands. Registration information for the webinar can be found here.

Here are some examples to think about when developing a future-proof water management plan.

• How much water do you need? It is vital first to understand how much water you need to cover dry periods. It is important to keep enough space available to store enough water. You should situate these in such a way as to make optimal use of the available space. In addition, this water collection must meet the legal requirements of your area, and it is good to ensure that the basin or silos can be easily expanded in the future.
• What are your plans for the future? Start thinking about where you want to go with your business, and to let go of practical obstacles. You may also need to make your plumbing suitable for the type of cultivation floor you want to invest in for the future. Not sure which floor will this be? Then opt for a larger discharge pipe to keep all options open. That way, you create freedom of choice towards the future and avoid possible future costs.
• What are the implications of regulations today and in the future? In your company’s development process, it is also essential to take into account laws and regulations that may be coming. Disinfection may soon become mandatory; if so, keep space in your technical water room for a disinfector. This may cost a little more now, but you will recoup that money later.