— 4 IREC Farmers' Newsletter No. 200 — Spring 2018 WELCOME TO THE 200th FARMERS’ NEWSLETTER Rob Houghton Chairman IREC Irrigator, Gogeldrie QUICK TAKE l  IREC continues to work with major commodity groups, universities and research organisations where ever possible to identify technology that will improve efficiencies right across our farming systems. l  There is plenty happening at the IREC Field Station at Whitton, with a fully automated recirculation system being implemented for the coming irrigation season; as well as preparations for a second cotton crop, that will provide income for IREC. l  IREC has changed its committee structure, the ‘representative’ committee spends more time delving into detailed research issues that affect our members; and an executive committee of four (including the chairman) deals with capital-raising, partnerships and administration of IREC. — 4 IREC Farmers' Newsletter No. 200 — Spring 2018 Chairman’s welcome