Drain tile
Feds propose drainage rules to protect wetlands in SD and nearby states
A government agency wants to keep water-draining equipment used by farmers away from federally protected wetlands in several states. Drain tiles are underground perforated pipes buried in farmers’ fields. They are used to drain unwanted water – including some wetlands – allowing for more room to plant crops. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is […]
Researcher says simple fix could help farmers retain water and nutrients, but few are using it
Few farmers have installed a control system to manage water discharged from underground pipes, even though it could benefit their bottom line and the environment, according to research underway at South Dakota State University. “Drain tile” is the common name for perforated pipes that many farmers bury under their fields to remove excess water. John […]