Drip irrigation for vineyards has become the standard — and for good reason. It saves water, promotes healthy vines, and gives growers more control over timing and consistency. But traditional drip systems still rely on guesswork when it comes to when and how much to irrigate.
AgriLynk doesn’t replace your irrigation — it upgrades it. Whether you’re using a drip system, microsprinklers, or buried line, AgriLynk connects to your existing infrastructure and gives you real-time visibility and control.
Q: Why do vineyards use drip irrigation?
A: Grapevines thrive on controlled water stress, and drip irrigation makes it easier to deliver just the right amount of moisture to the root zone.
Benefits of drip irrigation for vineyards:
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Targeted water delivery reduces runoff and evaporation
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Promotes deep root development
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Improves fruit quality and uniformity
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Allows for precise scheduling based on vine needs
But even the best drip systems are only as effective as the data and decisions behind them.
Q: What are the limitations of traditional drip irrigation?
A: Most vineyard irrigation is managed by timers, field checks, or “how it’s always been done.” This leads to:
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Overwatering early in the season
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Underwatering during peak demand
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Inefficient labor use (checking lines, adjusting valves)
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Water and nutrient waste
Without real-time soil data, even a well-designed system can miss the mark.
Q: How does AgriLynk enhance drip irrigation for vineyards?
A: AgriLynk turns any existing irrigation system into a smart, sensor-driven, remotely managed setup.
Works with your existing system
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No need to replace drip lines, emitters, or valves
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Compatible with both manual and automatic systems
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Can monitor and control valves from most major brands
Adds smart capabilities
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Soil moisture sensors (3 depths per zone)
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Weather, flow, pressure, and rain monitoring
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SMS/email alerts for low moisture, leaks, or missed irrigation
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Mobile-friendly dashboard with 8-minute resolution data
Optional automation
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Set upper and lower soil moisture thresholds
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AgriLynk will start and stop irrigation automatically based on soil moisture
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Control one or multiple zones — from your phone, tablet or PC
Use Case: Smart Drip in a Vineyard Block
A vineyard manager installs AgriLynk field stations on two blocks of Pinot Noir vines. Each station monitors moisture at three depths (top of root zone, middle of root zone and bottom of root zone). The existing drip system remains unchanged — but the irrigation is now:
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Triggered automatically based on soil moisture data in the actual root zone
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Monitored for system pressure and flow anomalies
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Logged for compliance and yield tracking
After one season, they cut water use by 27% — while improving grape size uniformity.
System Overview
Product: AgriLynk Irrigation Monitoring & Control System
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Pricing starts at: $699 per field station, under $1000 for complete systems
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Annual Subscription: $75 (covers 5 sensors per station) basic, $147 for premium (everything in basic, plus automated valve control)
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Optional Add-ons: rain gauges, temperature sensors, tank/reservoir monitors
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Power: Solar + battery; Wi-Fi or cellular gateway
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Integration: Works with any existing irrigation system
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Designed for: Vineyards, orchards, high-value row crops
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Installation: Simple — no trenching or new plumbing required
Q: Is AgriLynk right for my vineyard?
A: If you’re managing a vineyard with:
- An existing drip or micro-irrigation setup
- Water or labor cost concerns
- Pressure from buyers to reduce inputs or document practices
- Interest in automation or remote oversight
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- You own a small, personal or hobby vineyard
- You don’t have the time or money to manage the vineyard daily or even weekly
- You want your small farm to produce the highest quality produce with the least amount of water and labor from you
Then AgriLynk is an easy, affordable upgrade — with ROI typically seen in the first growing season.
Want to find out how AgriLynk can help you modernize your vineyard’s existing drip irrigation system, or get our advice on incorporating AgriLynk into a brand-new system? Call our friendly, knowledgeable, Southern California-based staff at 760-723-7529 or contact us here.
