Cargill, Goanna to enhance cotton irrigation efficiency

Cargill has teamed up with Australian company Goanna to launch a pilot project in the Mississippi Delta aimed at improving the irrigation efficiency of cotton fields. The initiative introduces advanced technology designed to optimize crop yields, reduce water withdrawals, and lower operational costs for cotton growers in the region.

The pilot project, initially available to selected cotton farmers in Missouri, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi, leverages Goanna’s GoField technology. The solution integrates field sensors, satellite imagery, weather data, and crop information to help farmers achieve precise irrigation. By enhancing water-use efficiency, the program aims to deliver better yields while conserving water resources.

“Major retail brands have set goals related to water and are increasingly looking to supply chain partners like Cargill for data-backed sustainability solutions,” said Matt Dunbar, managing director of Cargill’s cotton business. “This pilot project underscores Cargill’s commitment to helping our customers meet those ambitions to advance sustainable agriculture and water conservation.”

“Goanna’s proven methodologies and easy-to-use tools can help cotton growers improve water-use efficiency, boosting crop yields and essentially delivering more crop per drop,” said Derek Brazda, vice president of Goanna’s sales in the USA. The partnership with Cargill allows participating growers to access these solutions while promoting long-term sustainable farming practices.

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