As we head towards the end of January, it’s time for farmers in northern temperate climates to get ready for spring and the fast approaching growing season. This is an exciting time of the year and with careful planning and organisation, you can set yourself up for success. We want to help you get a […]
See original post by Practical Action here In northern Malawi, a combination of modern farming technologies and well-organized farming groups has significantly reduced the number of hours women spend on the farm and increased their annual income by a staggering 154%. With more time on her hands, Jane, a mother of three has been able […]
We are thrilled to have stumbled upon our solar water pump video on our UK distributor, ReAg Tools. It’s truly heartwarming to see our product being shared and appreciated by others. We are incredibly grateful for their support and for showcasing our video in such a fantastic way. “No power, no mains water?? No problem.. […]
Sustainable farming practices are essential for ensuring long-term success while also minimising impacts on the environment. One key part of sustainable farming is water efficiency. By implementing various water-saving techniques and technologies, you can significantly reduce water consumption while still ensuring optimal crop growth. Why is water management important? Water management is the planning, regulating, […]
It was an exciting time at Futurepump last month when two of our key team members based in India, technical experts Bhavarth and Nitin, went on a trip to tour Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe. They met local distributors and farmers to share their knowledge and learn from their experiences. They contacted local farmers through distributors […]
Futurepump now offers a range of solar water pumps to fit the needs of farmers and growers around the world. The SF2, SF2H, and SE1 – but how do they compare and which is the best option for you? There are many different types of solar water pumps available now as they become increasingly popular […]
Our customers inspire us daily with how they choose to use our solar pumps to better their farms. We heard from one customer, John, who works at Virginia Tech University in the United States where they are conducting training sessions for local cattle farmers and how they can integrate solar pumps to their farms. John […]
We are delighted when farmers share their experiences with our solar water pump on social media. A recent video post was shared by Huw Richards, our happy customer from Wales (UK). Thank you Huw! Huw has an amazing no dig kitchen garden set up with hundreds of plants. He uses an SF2 solar water pump with […]
Electricity and fossil fuels play an essential role in the development of technology. Still, fossil fuels have been depleted and are contributing to the ever concerning climate crisis, forcing researchers to look for alternative sources of power. One such source is… solar energy – it is renewable, sustainable and eco-friendly. Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels can […]
Solar irrigation is a lot easier and cheaper with free energy, making watering crops simple. So here at Futurepump, with the help of smallholder farmers around the world, we have developed bespoke solar water pumps with different ranges to meet their needs. These are the SE1 for 1 acre and SF2 for 2 acres. In the […]
If you’re a small-scale farmer with limited space, it can be hard to grow enough crops to feed your family and make money. It is likely you’ll have every square inch planned to pack in productive crops to maximise your harvests. But did you know that planning in some areas of wildflowers on your land […]
Every successful agricultural business relies on the soil. It provides vital minerals for plant development and holds water and nutrients for growth. Soil is an organic material on earth’s uppermost layer. It contains various minerals, nutrients, water, organic & inorganic particles, and residues of plants & animals. How is soil formed? Soil is formed over […]
Powering irrigation pumps with solar energy comes with many advantages: The extent to which these benefits can be realised depends on how you set up, use and look after your system. The great thing is that there are some very simple ways to dramatically increase your solar efficiency… and we’ll run through them below. 1. […]
At Futurepump our primary aim is to make irrigation easy and sustainable so it can improve the lives of smallholder farmers. But running a successful farm isn’t all about irrigation. We also strive to provide information on other relevant technologies and techniques through our website and YouTube channel. Greenhouses are a great example of this […]
2022 – yet another a year of record breaking temperatures, catastrophic floods and droughts affecting millions of people globally. All whilst governments seemingly backtrack on climate commitments and miss key climate financing targets. At least COP27 did result in an agreement to set up a long sort after fund for climate impact loss and damage […]
Original post by Kevin Simpson of Malawi Fruits – A Futurepump distributor – See original post here Alex has a farm between the towns of Rumphi (where we [Malawi Fruits] have a base) and Bolero. His land is beside a perennial river which is a great asset and, until three years ago, he was drawing […]
A national project aimed at tackling the growing challenge of food security across Nigeria, whilst also reducing agricultural carbon emissions, has launched this month. This ambitious venture brings together governmental bodies, local partners and farming communities, and is designed to support year-round vegetable growing through the introduction of innovative technologies. Accessing water for irrigation is […]
What many people don’t realise is that a water source is going to determine a lot about a farm. When planning what and how much you can grow, how many harvests you will get and how you could irrigate – it all comes down to your access to water and how you plan to use […]
We sometimes hear that people living far from the equator (at higher latitudes more than 30 degrees north or south) think that solar energy is not a practical option for them – but they are wrong. This myth stems from decades ago. Back then solar panels were a lot less efficient and a lot more […]
We have more to share from YouTube! It was great to see the Futurepump SF2 on Huw Richards no dig kitchen garden in Wales, and hear how it has helped keep it all growing through the drought this summer! From the sheer variety of plants grown to the challenges the drought this summer has thrown […]