What is Micro irrigation? What are the various benefits of Micro irrigation techniques over traditional irrigation methods?

Approach of the Answer

  • Introduction: Briefly define micro irrigation and its types.
  • Body:Discuss micro irrigation benefits over traditional irrigation methods.
  • Conclusion:Conclude by listing few government schemes to promote micro irrigation and the importance of micro-irrigation in agriculture.

Answer

Micro irrigation is an innovative water saving technology in which water is directly supplied to the crops with very less conveyance and evaporation losses. Hence, this technology boosts up overall water use efficiency. It helps to achieve higher cropping intensity and irrigation intensity through more focused application of water to crops.

Different types of systems are drip irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, micro-sprinkler, porous system, rain ....

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