Solar powered automated fixed sprays farm walked

EVENT DESCRIPTION

10 am – 1 pm

Join us for an exciting showcase of the automated irrigation system that's enabled Wilandra Farms to maximise their solar energy utilisation.

Sandra Jefford and Wilco Droppert will discuss their decision making process, what they learned along the way and how this system has impacted their management of the farm.

Gain insight into the “SmartBox” solar and irrigation automation system developed by Steve Soutar, CEO of Alternative Energy Innovations.

What to expect:

• Live (automated) demonstration of the centre pivots and fixed sprinklers that run off the solar energy generated on farm
• Hear from Sandra and Wilco, and ask them any of your burning questions
• Discussion with Steve Soutar about the process of system automation
• Free barbecue lunch

This demonstration project has been supported in partnership with Agriculture Victoria and the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority.