Drainage Assessments
Drainage assessments are vital to strategically managing subsurface water and maximizing crop yields. Ellingson can provide you a field-by-field analysis that lets you know which fields are most suitable for subsurface water management. Our expertise, coupled with next-gen technology allows you to quantify the projected return on investment.
What is a Drainage Assessment?
Using our proprietary drainage index, we evaluate fields and compare projected returns on investment across properties. This prioritizes investments that offer the greatest financial rewards.
The index incorporates considerations like climate change projections gleaned from satellite imagery, soil moisture monitoring equipment, and aerial drone footage.
Farmers can feel confident implementing our drainage solutions to strategically manage subsurface water resources.
Benefits of Ellingson’s Drainage Assessments
By partnering with Ellingson, farmers know precisely which fields offer the most significant ROI potential for drainage improvements. Our goal is to empower informed decision-making that maximizes yield while reducing financial risks for our clients.
Some key benefits of working with us include:
Determine the most profitable drainage projects: Whether considering a single field or an entire operation, we quantify 10-year paybacks to optimize investment prioritization.
Maximize water management ROI: Soil moisture and water table control are foundational to minimizing risks and getting the most bushels from every acre.
Boost yields through lower risks: With drainage recommendations grounded in subsurface expertise and analytics, farmers gain confidence in managing increasingly variable conditions.
Develop optimized plans: Our assessments are used to develop comprehensive water management plans tailored to individual farm goals, budgets, and locations.
Why Choose Ellingson?
As one of the largest full-service drainage contractors and consultants in the Midwest, Ellingson offers unrivaled credentials for conquering any agricultural drainage challenge
By tapping into our dedicated process and expertise, producers gain insights and confidence in implementation, empowering strategic water management and maximizing yields for the long haul.
To take advantage of our fresh and forward-thinking approach to drainage, schedule an assessment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our drainage assessments provide you a field-by-field analysis that lets you know which fields are most suitable for subsurface water management. If you already have a drainage system in place, we can provide recommended upgrades or solutions.
We perform a thorough analysis of each field, collecting information like soil surveys, elevation maps, and rainfall patterns. Key tools include satellite imagery, soil moisture probes, and aerial drones to characterize conditions.
Options range from subsurface tiles to surface inlets, controlled structures, and pumps – depending on the field’s attributes, goals, and budget. The right design removes excess water while protecting soil health and surrounding areas.
We use our proprietary drainage index so you can compare fields against each other to maximize yield, manage risk, and determine where your investment will have the highest return.
Our assessments focus on individual fields and whole farm operations. By taking a holistic view, we can strategize water management at both micro and macro scales to maximize efficiencies across properties.
In addition to soil health and hydrology, our recommendations account for your specific crops, rotation schedules, machinery access needs, and long-term sustainability goals. A balanced solution works with your unique operation.
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