In horticulture, every litre of water and every gram of nutrient counts. Precision fertigation is rapidly becoming the smarter way for growers to manage inputs, improve crop outcomes, and cut unnecessary costs.
At DIT AgTech, our horticulture team is helping producers across Australia bring precision fertigation into their operations with the uDOSE™ AG Fertigator – a system designed to deliver nutrients with accuracy, consistency, and full control.
What is precision fertigation?
Precision fertigation is the process of delivering soluble fertilisers, soil treatments, and biological products directly through irrigation systems – with full control over timing, rate, and placement. Unlike traditional broadcasting or manual applications, fertigation ensures nutrients are absorbed by plants more effectively.
A well-managed precision fertigation system can:
- Optimise fertiliser use efficiency
- Improve water management
- Reduce nutrient leaching and environmental impact
- Support consistent crop growth and quality
Smarter water and nutrient management
Australian horticulture is evolving at a rapid pace. With rising input costs, changing climate conditions, and increasing demand for high-quality produce, growers are under pressure to achieve more with less. This is where precision fertigation systems step in – delivering nutrients and water exactly when and where crops need them.
At DIT AgTech, we’ve taken decades of expertise in livestock supplementation and applied that same science-led approach to horticulture. Our smart fertigation technology is designed to give growers more control, improve yields, and reduce waste – all while making day-to-day operations simpler and more efficient.
How DIT AgTech’s fertigation system works
DIT AgTech’s Precision Fertigation System has been designed with growers in mind.
The uDOSE™ AG Fertigator is a soluble nutrient delivery system that integrates seamlessly with your irrigation infrastructure. It is suitable for a wide range of irrigation methods including drip/tape/trickle systems, solid set and overhead irrigation, as well as lateral move and centre pivot systems. The system brings automation, accuracy, and data-driven control to horticulture.
Other fertigation systems on the market can be costly and inflexible, often requiring permanent infrastructure (or housing) to put the system in place. The uDOSE™ AG Fertigator, however, offers growers an affordable, adaptable alternative that fits their operation.
Key features include:
- Real-time measurement and control of flow and delivery rates
- Automated application based on your set parameters
- Full traceability with data automatically recorded for compliance and decision-making
With uDOSE™ AG Fertigator, you’ll know exactly what’s going out, when, and where – every time you irrigate. A fertigation solution that’s simple to operate, scalable, and ready to adapt as your business grows.
Benefits of adopting precision fertigation
When growers adopt automated fertigation technology, the results speak for themselves:
- Make better use of your inputs
Avoid over- or under-application of nutrients by measuring and monitoring every drop applied. - Reduce costs and waste
Cut unnecessary fertiliser inputs and minimise environmental impact. - Save time and labour
Compared to spreading or drilling, fertigation significantly reduces labour needs and speeds up nutrient delivery. - Boost productivity and crop health
Deliver nutrients and biologicals when crops need them most for healthier, more resilient plants. - Support long-term sustainability
Better control and less waste help improve soil health and environmental outcomes over time.
Success Stories from the Field
Our horticulture team has already seen strong results with the uDOSE™ AG Fertigator in commercial operations across Queensland.
At RDS Farming Co (Nobby, QLD) and Jackwitz Farms (Lowood, QLD), the system has been applied to crops such as specialty onions, with precise, consistent nutrient and crop protection delivery through irrigation.
For horticultural producers, the message is clear: precision fertigation systems are redefining how we grow. They provide accuracy, efficiency, and confidence in a market where margins are tight, and expectations are high.
At DIT AgTech, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this movement, supporting growers with fertigation technology that works in the real world – technology that helps every crop reach its full potential.
