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Certified Crop Advisors · Since 1984

Professional
Irrigation Scheduling

40+ years of expertise managing California tree nut operations. Scientific irrigation scheduling, fertility management, and SGMA compliance for 30,000+ acres.

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Real-time soil & weather monitoring
Predictive irrigation scheduling
10-15% average water savings
Live System Status
All Systems Operational
Acres Monitored
30,442
3 California regions
Water Saved
12.4%
vs industry avg
Yield Increase
8.2%
optimized nutrition
Experience
40+
Years of data
Real-Time DataUpdated 2m ago
Soil Moisture78% Optimal
ET Rate0.28 in/day
Next Irrigation48 hours

Field-Proven Irrigation Engineering

Advanced system design and orchard planning backed by 40+ years of California field data

Irrigation System Technical Specifications - Flow rate 2.0 GPH, Lateral line 0.5 inch diameter, Root zone 18 inches, Soil moisture 75%

Precision Irrigation Engineering

Advanced drip system design for optimal water delivery and root zone management

Orchard Layout Specifications - Tree spacing 22 feet, Row width 24 feet, Trees per acre 83, Irrigation zone 40 acres

Scientific Orchard Planning

Optimized tree spacing and irrigation zoning for maximum efficiency

40+
Years Experience
Since 1984
30K+
Acres Managed
Active operations
12%
Water Savings
Average reduction
100%
Local & Family
Owned & operated

AI-Powered Irrigation Platform

Combining 40+ years of proven expertise with cutting-edge machine learning for automated irrigation optimization

AI-Powered Irrigation Process: Monitor real-time soil and weather data, Analyze with AI-powered recommendations, Optimize precision water application, Results show 12% water savings and 8% yield increase

Real-Time Monitoring

Continuous soil moisture and weather data collection across your entire operation

Intelligent Analysis

Advanced algorithms optimize irrigation schedules based on decades of field data

Measurable Results

12% average water savings and 8% yield increase across 30,000+ acres

Our Services

Comprehensive irrigation management for almonds, pistachios, and tree nut operations

Irrigation Scheduling

Scientific irrigation scheduling programs with weekly soil depletion reporting. Data-driven decisions for optimal water use.

  • Weekly soil depletion reports
  • Water needs analysis
  • Crop demand assessment

Fertility Management

Custom nutrient management programs and crop amendment strategies to maintain plant and soil health.

  • Custom nutrient programs
  • Crop amendment strategies
  • Soil & plant health maintenance

System Evaluations

Comprehensive irrigation system assessments to evaluate performance and identify optimization opportunities.

  • Performance evaluation
  • Efficiency optimization
  • System diagnostics

Weather Monitoring

Real-time weather data and forecasts specific to Kern County growing conditions.

  • CIMIS station integration
  • Frost & heat wave alerts
  • 7-day ETo forecasting

Soil Moisture Monitoring

Professional soil moisture probe installation and monitoring equipment setup for precise data collection.

  • Professional probe installation
  • Monitoring equipment setup
  • Data collection systems
Critical Deadline

California SGMA Requirements

New groundwater management regulations take effect February 2026. Here's what you need to know.

2026 Deadline

February 1, 2026
All Kern County agricultural operations must submit groundwater usage reports
Ongoing Compliance
Monthly water usage tracking and annual sustainability reports required
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines up to $10,000 per violation + potential water allocation restrictions

What's Required

Accurate water usage tracking with soil moisture data
Documentation of irrigation efficiency improvements
Proof of sustainable water management practices
Annual groundwater sustainability reports
Compliance with local Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA)

How Kern Irrigation Helps You Stay Compliant

We've been helping growers navigate California water regulations since 1984. Our SGMA compliance service handles everything you need.

Data Collection

We install and monitor soil moisture sensors, track water usage, and generate compliance-ready reports

Report Preparation

Complete documentation packages ready for GSA submission with all required metrics and certifications

Ongoing Support

Continuous monitoring and updates to keep you compliant with evolving regulations year-round

Schedule SGMA Compliance Consultation

Free assessment · 40+ years of regulatory experience

Our Impact on California Agriculture

Delivering measurable results across 30,000+ acres of California farmland

30K+
Acres Under Management

Across San Joaquin Valley, Ventura County & Imperial Valley

10-15%
Average Water Savings

Through precision irrigation scheduling & monitoring

40+
Years of Field Data

Historical irrigation intelligence since 1984

100%
SGMA Compliance

Meeting California's groundwater sustainability goals

CCAs
Certified Crop Advisors on Staff
6+
Crop Types Managed
Weekly
Soil Depletion Reporting

Our Story

Since 1984, we've been in the fields with California growers. Not behind a desk. Not selling software. In the orchards, managing irrigation for 30,000+ acres of almonds, pistachios, walnuts, and stone fruits.

Every one of those 30,000 acres came from word-of-mouth in a community where your reputation is everything. We've helped growers navigate three major droughts, countless regulations, and now SGMA. We're still here because we're part of California agriculture—not just serving it.

Family-owned. Locally-based. Certified Crop Advisors. When you call, you talk to agronomists who've spent 40 years managing water in the same conditions you're farming. We don't guess. We measure, analyze, and recommend based on decades of field data.

Certified Crop Adviser
40+
Years Experience
30K+
Acres Managed
3
California Regions
100%
Local & Family Owned

Why Growers Choose KIS

Trusted by some of the biggest and most established companies in California agriculture

Local Expertise

Deep knowledge of San Joaquin Valley, Ventura County, and Imperial Valley microclimates, soil types, and growing conditions.

Scientific Approach

Certified Crop Advisors using data-driven analysis and weekly reporting to optimize every decision.

Proven Results

40+ years of delivering increased yields, improved quality, and cost-effective solutions for commercial growers.

Crops We Specialize In

Expert irrigation and fertility management for California's high-value crops

Citrus

Our specialty crop with deep expertise in California citrus production

Nuts

Comprehensive management for:

  • Pistachios
  • Almonds
  • Pecans
  • Walnuts

Stone Fruits

Expert care for:

  • Peaches
  • Plums
  • Nectarines
  • Apricots

Grapes

Specialized programs for:

  • Wine grapes
  • Table grapes

Avocados

Premium irrigation management for California avocado groves

Pomegranates

Specialized scheduling for emerging California pomegranate operations

Get In Touch

Ready to optimize your irrigation? Let's talk about your operation.

Contact Information

Address
2100 Old Farm Road
Bakersfield, CA 93312
Service Areas
San Joaquin Valley
Ventura County
Imperial Valley

Schedule a Consultation

Call us to schedule a free initial consultation. We'll discuss your operation and how we can help optimize your irrigation.

Send Us a Message

Or call us directly at (661) 809-3151

Call (661) 809-3151