Abstract: A multi-technology repeater collects a long-range signal from a wireless communication device and re-transmits the signal to one or more of the irrigation components of a mechanized irrigation system. The repeater receives the long-range signal and re-transmits the signal using short-range spread spectrum to the devices in the field. The repeater may also act as a long-range repeater and would re-transmit the signal using VHF to another long-range destination device.

Abstract: A Local Area Network (LAN) is disclosed for distributing control signals on a mechanized irrigation system. A master controller and a plurality of peripheral controllers are associated with the irrigation system. The master controller communicates and distributes control signals to the peripheral controllers over a Local Area Network (LAN).

Abstract: A method and means for automatically monitoring and controlling the functions of an irrigation system and ancillary equipment is disclosed herein. A computer is provided which has a Real Time Operating System for monitoring and controlling all irrigation components. The RTOS is in communication with a moisture sensor and/or a weather station. The RTOS continuously monitors soil moisture and weather data and automatically turns on irrigation equipment based on user-defined soil moisture and water needs. The RTOS is provided with a plant disease model and will automatically turn on a chemigation system is plant disease conditions are present.