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Planning
Have I considered the soil types on my farm?Step 2.2.1
Is my water quality suitable?Step 4.1.1.4
Do I need to remove remnant vegetation?Step 4.1.1.5

Design
Do I have a whole farm plan for my property?Step 4.1.2.1
Have I considered appropriate slope, length, width and flow rates for my bays?Step 4.1.2.2
Have I considered appropriate channels and drains?Step 4.1.2.3

Cost
What does border-check irrigation on my farm/site cost?Step 4.1.3
What does it cost to run the system?Step 4.1.3

Management
What flow rates should I use?Step 4.1.4.1
When should I irrigate?Step 4.1.4.2
How much should I apply?Step 4.1.4.3
How should I manage my drainage reuse system?Step 4.1.4.4

Overall
Is my investment consistent with my goals and aspirations?Steps 1.1 and 1.2


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