Overall, SDI systems have been successful in the Great Plains region despite minor technical difficulties during the adoption process. In a 2005 survey of SDI users, nearly 80% of Kansas producers indicated they were at least satisfied with the performance of their SDI system, and less than 4% indicated they were unsatisfied (Alam & Rogers, 2005). However, even satisfied users indicated a need for additional SDI management information. The most noted concern was rodent damage and subsequent repairs.A few systems had failed or been abandoned after limited use due to inadequate design, inadequate management, or a combination of both.
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