Archive | Drip Irrigation

Drip Irrigation and Its Components | Irrigation System | Agriculture

Drip irrigation (also referred to as trickle irrigation or micro irrigation) utilizes the concept of applying small amounts of water through perforations in distribution lines to specific areas of application. The system essentially consists of a perforated plastic pipe laid on the ground or buried at a shallow depth. Water is supplied through these pipes. Perforations and any fixtures fitted [...]

By K Janhvi|2018-05-15T05:30:14+05:30May 15, 2018|Drip Irrigation|Comments Off

Drip Irrigation for Vegetable Crops of Drylands | Agriculture

Efficient MI methods and technologies developed for irrigating horticultural and vegetable crops are reported to result in 30-50% water-saving and 20-40% increase in crop yields. The DI system is more economical for orchard crops. The performance of drip and conventional (i.e. check basin) irrigation methods in banana was evaluated in clay soils at Rahuri, Maharashtra. Normal planting pattern had an [...]

By Panchal N|2018-04-27T09:37:24+05:30April 27, 2018|Drip Irrigation|Comments Off