Prototype of open precision irrigation / fertigation tools and systems and protocol for the implementation (D5.5)

This documentation forms the basis for the realization, implementation and management of the project prototype precision irrigation system. The objective is to propose a technological solution for the optimal management of irrigation using precision farming tools in order to save water consumption of market garden crops (potatoes, onions and carrots) without reducing the quantity and quality of production. It includes the prototype objectives, general considerations and recommendations together with the following two sections: - the prototype section that provides a scientific-technological description of the R&I process carried out to realize the prototype (final innovative method / system / tool / product) as result of the testing phase in lab / at small-scale level (WP4) and feedback gathered from the in-field validation (WP5). According to the impact pathway approach, it describes the conducted activities, the reached outputs and outcomes, and the obtained measures of relevant key performance indicators demonstrating the impact; - the protocol section that adopts an operational perspective to describe how to implement and manage the prototype, thus ensuring its full functionality and usability. It includes deployment requirements, procedures, methods, techniques, and practical considerations. Moreover, the protocols generate guidelines (D4.X), practice abstracts (D6.5) and training materials (D5.1).