Irrigation: During a rainfall-deficient year
Authors
F. J. VeihmeyerA. H. Hendrickson
Authors Affiliations
F. J. Veihmeyer is Professor of Irrigation and Irrigation Engineer in the Experiment Station, Davis; A. H. Hendrickson is Pomologist in the Experiment Station, Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 2(3):3-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v002n03p3. March 1948.
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Abstract
Many farmers are concerned about the moisture needs of their crops.
Veihmeyer F, Hendrickson A. 1948. Irrigation: During a rainfall-deficient year. Hilgardia 2(3):3-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v002n03p3
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