Solar-powered Water Delivery Systems for Livestock

SERVICES

Freitas Rangeland Improvements specializes in the design and installation of solar-powered water pumping systems throughout the western United States. In remote areas with no access to a conventional a/c power supply, we pump water utilizing solar energy. With a water source and access to direct sunlight, our systems pump water into remote locations through miles of pipeline and up to 800 vertical feet. Our clients include livestock producers, land managers, resource restoration companies, wildlife resource managers, recreationists and remote home owners.

Freitas Rangeland Improvements has the equipment and experience to navigate rural properties safely and efficiently, allowing us to provide the following services:

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Solar Water Pumping Services

Solar water pumps are the perfect solution in remote areas where the cost of running traditionally powered water pumps is cost-prohibitive or when water just needs to be provided to an off-grid location. Solar water-pumping systems are also used to pump water for livestock and crop irrigation in remote areas.

  • Provide an initial overall water project assessment.
  • Supply you with an honest opinion on how to approach improving water distribution.
  • Design and system pricing based on a variety of simple factors.
  • Complete installation of pump, controls, solar array, float level control switch, etc.
  • Troubleshoot problems with existing systems.
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USDA – NRCS Technical Services Provider

TSPs are individuals or businesses certified to help agricultural producers plan and apply conservation practices on their land. We work with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to ensure conservation services are delivered quickly and efficiently.

  • Preliminary site visits to evaluate & discuss realistic options for proposed NRCS – EQIP cost share program projects.
  • Organize & generate maps of proposed projects.
  • Advise clients on the technical aspects of projects.
  • When working with the NRCS, program participants can request to work with a TSP. Once approved, the NRCS can pay 100% for this service.
  • Initial Project Planning: We will meet on site to identify the resource concerns and help to generate a realistic overall plan for the farm or ranch.
  • Design: Provide engineering, pre-construction documents and practice requirements.
  • Installation Oversight: We will stake the location of troughs and storage tanks and identify pipeline routes. Jed will be available to answer questions during the construction phase of the project.
  • Final Check-Out: Once construction is complete, we schedule a site visit to inspect and measure final installed pipeline amounts, GPS document final locations of troughs and storage tanks, and to organize and submit all project deliverables to the USDA - NRCS office certification for payment.

Additional NON-TSP Services

  • Represent & advise the client through the NRCS processes.
  • Strategic advising.
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Wildland Fire Damage Services

  • Assess & map fire damage to grazing infrastructure such as fencing, water pipelines & systems, tanks/troughs, etc.
  • Provide realistic and market-rate cost estimates for repair/replacement.
  • Speak with insurance companies, Farm Service Agency (FSA), etc.
“Marin Resource Conservation District has worked with Jed Freitas on several occasions in two different capacities: as a USDA NRCS Technical Service Provider and as solar pump installer. On every project, Jed demonstrated good communication skills, competency, honesty and he got the job done in timely efficient manner.”

- Elise Suronen – Marin Resource Conservation District