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KYMA September 15, 2026 report on Yuma smart-farm pilot
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Local reporting describes University of Arizona Yuma Agricultural Center pilot and potential farm applications.
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- News report
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- Secondary source / research lead
- Source date
- Not established in the reviewed record
Relevant excerpt / notes
Pilot site, researchers/growers/industry involvement, potential remote pumps, pressure monitoring, equipment and moisture sensing. No measured water savings or countywide service launch established. September approximate tower estimate superseded for construction count by dated County October 5 report.
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