What is Drip Irrigation, Advantages, Techniques - Netafim India
What
is drip irrigation?
Drip irrigation is the most efficient water and nutrient delivery
system for growing crops. It delivers water and nutrients directly to the area
of the plant's roots, in the right amount, at the right time, so each plant
gets exactly what it needs, which makes it grow better. . Thanks to drip
irrigation, farmers can produce more on the water as well as fertilizers, energy,
and even crop protection products.
How does it work?
Water and nutrients are transported throughout the
area in pipes featuring small units called 'drippers'. Each dripper emits
droplets containing water and fertilizers, resulting in a uniform application
of water and nutrients directly to the root zone of each plant over an entire
area.
Why
do farmers prefer drip irrigation?
The reason is simple. Not only does drip irrigation deliver higher ROI than
other methods of irrigation, it also gives farmers an efficient and simple way
to operate their fields.
·
Higher
consistent quality yields
·
Huge
water savings: no evaporation, no run off, no waste
·
100%
land utilization - drip irrigates uniformly in any topography and soil type
·
Energy
savings: drip irrigation works on low pressure
·
Efficient
use of fertilizer and crop protection, with no leaching
·
Less
dependency on weather, greater stability and lower risks
Why
do plants prefer drip irrigation?
Like people, plants also like to get their water and
nutrients in a balanced way. Nobody wants to eat a month of food a day, and the
same goes for plants. This is why drip irrigation often and in small doses
implements water and nutrients, helping to ensure maximum growing conditions
leading to the highest yields possible.
Here’s
why plants are more productive with drip irrigation:
·
High
availability of water and nutrients
·
Doses
of water and nutrients tailored to the plant’s development needs
·
No
saturation and good soil aeration
·
Avoids
high salinity caused by excessive fertilizer application
·
No
wetting of foliage that can result in fungal diseases
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