Water scarcity is a global issue and with rising populations and increased food demands, is directly related to agriculture. Agriculture consumes nearly 70% of fresh water worldwide, and irrigation scheduling technology is a viable tool to alleviate water issues in the agricultural sector. By using a phenomenological approach to photovoice, this study intended to critically examine the experiences farmers have when making decisions based on irrigation and adopting irrigation scheduling technology. The phenomenological examination of farmers individual lived experiences led to a more holistic understanding of the intersectionality of issues faced by farmers. The farmers experiences can help communicate to Extension and university partners what drives decision-making around irrigation, technology adoption, and challenges associated with the livelihoods of farmers.