Evaluating the sodium hazard in your irrigation water

Now here is a topic that can get pretty exciting — — NOT! But it’s important nevertheless. The subject at hand is making sure that you are getting the most accurate possible estimate of the sodium hazard associated with your irrigation water, and that it is as easy as possible for you to do.

First, a little background. When irrigation water does not have the proper proportions of sodium, calcium and magnesium, significant problems with water infiltration and breakdown of…