High Flow. Consistent Pressure. Built for the Field.

In agriculture, water isn’t just a utility—it’s the difference between a good season and a missed one. Whether you’re running sprinklers, drip irrigation, drainage, or moving water from ponds and wells, you need a pump setup that can deliver reliable flow day after day, often across long distances and elevation changes.

Below is a practical breakdown of how irrigation pumping works, the most common pump types used in agriculture, and how to choose the right one for your system.

Common Agricultural Pump Applications

Farm and irrigation pumps are typically used for:

• Sprinkler irrigation (center pivots, travelers, solid-set)
• Drip irrigation and micro-sprays (consistent pressure is key)
• Surface water transfer (ponds, canals, reservoirs)
• Well water supply (shallow to deep groundwater)
• Drainage and field dewatering (moving excess water off low areas)

Most Common Pump Types for Agriculture & Irrigation

1) Centrifugal Pumps

A go-to for many irrigation setups due to their simplicity and ability to move high volumes—especially when the water source is relatively close to the pump and priming is manageable.

Best for: surface water transfer, many sprinkler/drip systems, general farm water movement.

2) Deep-Well Turbine Pumps

Designed for cased wells and situations where the water level is below what’s practical for a standard centrifugal pump. Because the intake stays underwater, priming isn’t the issue—and they’re widely used for irrigation from deeper sources.

Best for: deeper wells, high-demand irrigation systems, consistent long-run operation.

3) Submersible Pumps

Installed directly in the water source (often a well), submersible pumps are commonly used where you need reliable pumping from depth and a compact footprint.

Best for: groundwater wells, remote pump setups, consistent delivery in sprinkler systems.

4) Propeller Pumps

Used when you need very high flow at relatively low head (pressure)—common in drainage or moving large volumes across flatter areas.

Best for: drainage, moving lots of water with minimal lift.

What to Look for When Choosing an Irrigation Pump

Match the pump to the system—not the other way around. The biggest selection mistakes usually come from ignoring how the irrigation layout affects pressure and flow.

Key decision points:

• Water source: pond/canal vs shallow well vs deep well (often determines pump type)
• Flow rate (GPM): based on acreage, emitter/sprinkler count, and runtime goals
• Total Dynamic Head (TDH): elevation change + friction loss + required pressure at the field
• Water quality: sand/silt can wear components and reduce efficiency over time
• Pressure stability: drip and micro-irrigation often need tighter control; booster solutions can help maintain constant pressure

Why Agriculture Teams Use ePumps

When irrigation can’t stop, you need equipment (and help) that moves fast.

ePumps supports agricultural and irrigation buyers with:

• Pumps suited for water transfer, irrigation supply, and pressure boosting
• Options for surface water and well-based systems
• Help matching pump type to your flow + head + application needs