The importance of irrigation continues to grow for Agriculture customers with California being in its third year of severe drought. Droughts can be disastrous by leading to crop failures which can cause a significant drop in global crop production. As California continues to suffer from concurrent heatwaves, it’s now more important than ever to be more conscious about the impacts of these events and find ways to maintain a healthy supply of water for your crops.

The Agriculture Energy Savings Action Plan (AESAP) program offers rebates for energy-efficient Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Irrigation Pumps that allow for reliable performance and reduced energy usage. These pumps allow for water to smoothly move from one location to another which plays a fundamental role in keeping fields and crops healthy. In contrast to a conventional pump system, VFDs offer much more versatility in controlling water flow with various adjustable features. See some of the benefits of VFDs below.

Benefits of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Pumps:

• Less system maintenance required yielding higher energy savings
• Adjustable flow and pressure to reduce water loss
• Higher crop production

Interested in learning more about AESAP’s program offerings and financing options? We are here to help you choose what works best for your vineyard. Contact us today to get started.