News  Agriculture  Machinery

Valley Irrigation Launches Small-Field Center Pivot to Help Growers Maximize Every Acre

Valley Irrigation’s Darren Siekman explains the advantages of their new pivots for growers managing acreages of up to 60 acres.

March 04, 2026 04:40 PM • 
Marion Kirkpatrick, RFD-TV NEWS STAFF

OMAHA, NEB. (RFD NEWS) — Valley Irrigation is introducing a small field center pivot designed to maximize coverage and performance in fields up to 60 acres, offering a solution where traditional pivots may not be ideal.

Darren Siekman, global vice president of marketing and policy with Valley Irrigation, joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report to discuss the launch of their Small Field Center Pivot.

In his interview with RFD NEWS, Siekman explained why the new pivot is important for growers nationwide and what it means for those managing smaller or irregularly shaped fields. He described the pivot as “purpose-built,” highlighting its design to help growers make the most of every acre, particularly in today’s challenging operating environment. Siekman also outlined which types of growers would benefit most from the system and what sets Valley Irrigation apart in this segment.

LEARN MORE: www.valleyirrigation.com

Related Stories
beets_adobe stock.png
Rural Money
Ag Economy Barometer: Input Costs Drive Sharp Drop in Farmer Sentiment
Purdue’s Ag Economy Barometer shows farmer sentiment fell 12 points in September, with input costs as the top concern for a record 52 percent of respondents.
October 07, 2026 05:00 PM
 · 
Tony St. James
UwTU0VJu.jpg
USDA
Brashears: USDA Wants to Open More Doors for Small Meat Processors and Cattle Producers
USDA Food Safety Under Secretary Dr. Mindy Brashears explains efforts to expand small processor access, modernize inspection, and improve competition.
October 07, 2026 03:00 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
US Department of Agriculture Building, Washington, D.C.
Business
USDA Tests New Approach to Tracking Salmonella in Poultry Plants
Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden explains USDA’s pilot to measure Salmonella levels throughout poultry slaughter and processing.
October 07, 2026 01:00 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
zV5QI7CM.jpg
Rural Lifestyle
Nebraska Program Connects Donated Beef With Foster Families
Foster Love With Beef gives ranchers a way to support foster families in their communities.
October 07, 2026 09:54 AM
 · 
Eliza Petry

Land & Water Management Ag Equipment Specialty Crops
Marion Kirkpatrick
Marion Kirkpatrick
Marion is a digital content manager for RFD News and FarmHER + RanchHER. She started working for Rural Media Group in May 2022, bringing a decade of digital experience in broadcast media and some cooking experience to the team.

LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

7ZdjGypz.jpg
Business
Rebuilding vs. Maintaining Soil Potassium with Nutrien Ekonomics: What Farmers Need to Know
Nutrien Ekonomics explains how farmers can rebuild low soil potassium, maintain levels above the critical value, and plan fertilizer applications.
October 07, 2026 02:30 PM
 · 
RFD-TV NEWS STAFF
2qkAcUu4.jpg
Livestock
Hog Profits Hold As Demand Risks Build Further
Weaker pork demand and rising feed costs could put more pressure on producer margins in 2027.
October 07, 2026 11:00 AM
 · 
Tony St. James
6FkjYs10.jpg
Energy
Xcel Proposes Data Center Tariff to Protect Customers
The proposal would require data centers and other large users to cover infrastructure costs tied to their projects.
October 07, 2026 10:30 AM
 · 
Tony St. James
x4Qs305J.jpg
FarmHER + RanchHER
What a Move From New York City to a Pennsylvania Farm Taught Filmmaker Rupa Mehta
Rupa Mehta discusses her journey from New York City to rural Pennsylvania and her work telling stories about farm mental health, safety, and agriculture.
October 06, 2026 05:30 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
w6t0ZQfP.jpg
USDA
Vaden: USDA Puts $180 Million Behind “Seed Sovereignty” Initiative
USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden discusses a $180 million seed initiative, fertilizer supply, biofuels, exports, and the outlook for farmers.
October 06, 2026 03:30 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
SELECTS_FARMHER_ 19_12_19_USA_ALL_VARIOUS_0342.jpg
Livestock
Cattle Market Outlook: ‘Good Cattle Rise to the Top’ as Fall Calf Run Moves into High Gear
Superior Livestock’s Sidney Schmidt discusses fall calf marketing, emphasizing health programs, genetics, and stress management as buyers evaluate cattle.
October 06, 2026 02:56 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
soy-harvesting-by-combines-in-the-field-agricultural-machinery-in-operation-SBI-300925815 (1).jpg
Markets
#Harvest26: Harvest Progress Diverges Across U.S. as Crop Conditions Slip
HTS Commodities’ Lewis Williamson discusses falling crop conditions, harvest progress and what USDA’s Friday WASDE report could mean for markets.
October 06, 2026 01:27 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
OGaNbhrP.jpg
Trade
Iowa Soybean Shortage Pulls Rare Rail Shipments In
Iowa processors are bringing in soybeans by rail as wet weather slows harvest.
October 06, 2026 09:00 AM
 · 
Tony St. James
74SjNLOA.jpg
World News
China Trade Framework Highlights Weak Cotton Sorghum Demand
U.S. agricultural exports to China have fallen sharply as producers wait for tariff relief.
October 06, 2026 08:00 AM
 · 
Tony St. James
9woQXX3W.jpg
Sustainability
Cover Crops Show Payoff When Grazing Cuts Costs
South Dakota research found grazing can help cover crops generate positive returns sooner.
October 06, 2026 07:00 AM
 · 
Tony St. James
harvesting header image_Adobe Stock.png
Business
What Farmers Leave in the Field Could Fuel Next Season’s Crop
Fred Nichols explains how crop residue can provide valuable nutrients and help protect soil, but farmers need to consider how to make those nutrients available for the next crop.
October 05, 2026 04:30 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
Aberdeen Angus Cattle Feeding in a Feedlot at Sunset
Business
University of Nebraska Trial Shows Potential Benefits of Farmatan in Feedlot Cattle
Paul Mitchell of Imogene Ingredients says a recent University of Nebraska feedlot trial found Farmatan improved cattle weight and feed efficiency and reduced liver abscesses versus controls.
October 05, 2026 03:32 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
Agriculture Shows
Ag PhD Daily RFD Thumbnail 1920 x 1080.jpg
commodity-talk_scott_black-logo_1920x1080.jpg
mdr weekend_eliza_1920x1080.jpg
Ag PhD Daily
Agriculture is the most important industry in the world, and Ag PhD Daily brings you the information you need to best manage your business only on RFD-TV and RFD+
Commodity Talk
Hosted by Scott “The Cow Guy” Shellady and RFD News Markets Specialist Tony St. James, Commodity Talk delivers expert insight into the day’s ag commodity markets just before the CME opens. Only on RFD-TV and Rural Radio SiriusXM Channel 147.
Market Day Report Weekend
A look at the news, weather and commodities headlines that drove agriculture markets in the past week.