Micro Irrigation System

Micro-irrigation system is a modern method of irrigation. In, this method water is irrigated through drippers, sprinklers, foggers and by other emitters on surface or subsurface of the land.Micro-irrigation system has become popular these days for its low cost and water-efficiency.There are majorly 5 types of micro irrigation system. They are Drip irrigation, Sprinkler irrigation Spray irrigation, Subsurface irrigation, and Bubbler irrigation. Under sprinkler irrigation, water flow passes around through a system of pipes mainly by pumping.It is then separated through sprinklers so that it splits up into tiny water drops that fall to the ground.Spray heads at the terminals distribute the water over the entire soil surface.It works in a pressurized form similar to natural rainfall.This form of irrigation provides water efficiently. In addition, this ensures improvement in crop yield.This method supplies the plant with the exact amount of water necessary for their optimum growth.Drip Irrigation system is also known as Trickle Irrigation. It is the most widely form of Micro Irrigation System. In drip irrigation system, emitters directly deliver water to the plant root into the soil.These emitters optimize and distribute the water pressure from the water source using vents, twisters, and convoluted or long flow paths, which allows only a limited amount of water to pass through.The emitters can be placed either on the ground or also planted deep in the soil.The water flows through emitters moves with no barrier at the desired pace. Advantages of sprinkler irrigation Suitable for all types of soil except for heavy clay. Saves up to 30% – 50 % of the water supply. Helps in boosting production with decreased labour cost. The system is easy to use because of its mobility Suitable for different land types and areas. Helps in the modification of microclimate Advantages of drip irrigation Water saving and higher yield High quality and increased fruit size Suitable for all types of soil Easy method of fertigation and chemigation Saving in labour and field preparation cost