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Valley® Irrigation, a global leader in advancing agricultural productivity through precision irrigation technologies, along with Goldcrest Farms Trust Advisors (GFTA), has won the prestigious Vanguard Award for their revitalization of farmland in Arkansas. Valley Irrigation implemented innovative irrigation strategies transforming a staggering 25,000 acres of land near Texarkana, AR.
Valley Irrigation’s award-winning work transformed Goldcrest Farms into one of the premier farming operations in the U.S., serving as a model for efficient farming at scale. With a project scope equivalent to approximately twice the size of Manhattan, the goal of Valley and GFTA was to introduce sustainability while increasing yields for farmers who would lease the land in the future. With a nearby river and a good amount of annual rainfall, Valley Irrigation provided Goldcrest Farms with a heavily tech-infused infrastructure ecosystem to tap into the existing natural resources and garner optimal results.
“Revitalizing 25,000 acres of underused farmland was an opportunity to use the power and potential of our technology for positive transformation. This project demonstrated how sustainable, efficient irrigation can revitalize even the most challenging land into productive farmland. Receiving the Vanguard Award is a testament to our industry leadership and the high level of innovation we brought to this project. We are grateful to the Irrigation Association for this prestigious honor,” said Tyler Fields, Senior Director of Global Water Delivery.
Efforts included constructing 33 miles of irrigation ditches, reservoirs, and bayous to improve drainage. By doing so, the diesel power units typically required for a farm of this size were decreased by 36%, resulting in lower fuel and electricity costs per acre. Additionally, the growers of Goldcrest Farms benefit significantly from the innovative remote technology of Valley 365®, which empowers them to have complete control over their water management. This advanced platform ensures the most efficient water use, significantly reducing waste and promoting sustainable farming practices.
“The dedication and innovation of our team was key to achieving these outstanding results, proving that our advanced irrigation solutions can drive remarkable agricultural productivity while conserving resources. This is especially important in combatting food insecurity and as extreme weather becomes more frequent and increases the value of water,” said Fields.
Building on this success, Valley Irrigation has similar large-scale transformations underway globally. The company continuously improves its technologies to support sustainable agriculture, further reducing resource consumption, enhancing the productivity of farmlands, and ensuring long-term benefits for the farming community and the environment.
Valley Irrigation and GFTA will be officially recognized with the Vanguard Award during the November 2024 Irrigation Show and Education Week in Long Beach, California.
- To hear from one of our growers about Valley365, visit and watch the video.
- For more information about Valley Irrigation and its innovative solutions for agriculture, visit valleyirrigation.com.
About Valley Irrigation
Valley® Irrigation, a Valmont® company, has been the leader in advancing agricultural productivity, from the first center pivots in 1954 to the precision ag technology of today. Decades of thought leadership and technological innovation have helped growers increase food production and conservation of natural resources worldwide. Valmont is a global leader in creating vital infrastructure and advancing agricultural productivity to improve life. Learn more about Valley Irrigation at valleyirrigation.com and Valmont at valmont.com.
