Humans have a predisposition to require water in order to survive as living beings; the same is true for plants. Drip irrigation is an effective way of transferring water to the plant’s roots. It is a type of irrigation that conserves water and plant food by allowing water to drip gently to the roots of various plants, either on the soil surface or directly onto the foundation zone, via a network of valves, pipes, tubing, and emitters. It is accomplished by the use of thin tubes that transport water to the plant’s root system. It is preferred over surface irrigation for a variety of reasons, the most common of which is a desire to reduce evaporation. Because the blog is still going on, let’s talk about the benefits of drip irrigation.

1. Effective usage of water:

We consume water in our daily routine, although sometimes we exceed using it and are unable to control it. The old sayings denote excessive use as a statement for decay. Now, we can correlate this saying with the crops. Anyone would know, that the plant kingdom (the producer) depends solely on water and starch to prepare food. But what if they retain foods that exceed their limit? The plant perishes.
However, when it comes to drip irrigation,
• The water is wisely spread to the roots of the plant, thereby combating water wastage.
• Only needed proportion of water is used which doesn’t suffocate the plant and also prevents sickness by minimizing water contact with the leaves, stems, and fruit of plants.
• As water is applied domestically and leach is reduced, fertilizer/nutrient loss is reduced.
• Weeds can’t absorb water as no water is obtainable for them.

2. Enrichment to soil:

Soil is a type of clay that can support life. In addition to supporting the roots, the soil also stores water for later use. As a result, drip irrigation assists the plant in remaining hydrous and growing, so that we see enhanced seed germination. Because the water is only aimed at the roots, the weed growth is reduced.

3. Fitting soils:

Drip irrigation is acceptable for various soils. On clay soils, water should be supplied carefully to avoid surface water ponding and runoff. Higher electrode discharge rates are necessary on sandy soils to ensure appropriate lateral wetting of the soil. As a result, the weed grows to maturity in a smaller area. Furthermore, the fields do not need to be leveled. This will boost efficacy on uneven terrain. We may reprocess the held water with proper use (fertilizers and groundwater are not combined in this way). And there is no erosion in this case.

4. Suitable irrigation water:

One of the major issues with drip irrigation is the blockage of the emitters. All emitters have terribly tiny waterways, starting from 0.2-2.0 metric linear units in diameter and these are Blocked if the water isn’t clean. Therefore, the irrigation water has to be freed from sediments. If This cannot be done, then filtration of the irrigation water is required. Filtration might take away a number of the materials.
Blockage can also occur if the water contains algae, plant food deposits, and dissolved chemicals that precipitate like calcium and iron. Sometimes, the matter could also be a little advanced to resolve and might require a full-fledged engineer or consultation with the equipment dealer. Drip irrigation is especially appropriate for the water of poor quality (saline water). Dripping water to individual plants conjointly means the strategy is often extreme.
Economical in water use. For this reason, it’s mostly fitted when water is scarce.

There are a few more benefits that shouldn’t be left out. They are:
● Decreased use of labor as the waters are carried to the specific roots.
● Fertilizer and nutrient loss are reduced because of localized application and reduced leach.
● Field leveling doesn’t play a big role.
● Saves time, money, and water as a result of the system is therefore economical.
● Moisture inside the ground is often maintained at the displacement unit.
● Foliage remains dry, reducing the chance of sickness.

Has this thought come to your mind? Drip irrigation is performed by farmers, where they are cultivating this practice to save water. But drip irrigation has nothing to do with me! Can I save the World as they could?

If that is your question, then the answer to it is “Yes!” You can contribute your minor efforts to save the world. As an initiative, you can stop preventing the leak from bathroom taps and the kitchen. This may look like a small step, but it matters to the World. To involve more to save our Planet browse through our previous blogs.

By: Fred & Aryaman