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Types of Irrigation Systems

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Flood Irrigation

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Involves flooding an entire field with water, allowing it to soak in. Best suited to flat areas with a reliable source of water.

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Subsurface Drip Irrigation

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A form of drip irrigation where the water delivery pipes are buried beneath the soil surface. Suitable for areas with high evaporation rates and deep-rooted crops.

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Drip Irrigation

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Delivers water directly to the base or root zone of the plant using emitters, hence reducing water wastage. Suitable for arid regions and row crops.

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Micro Irrigation

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Uses low-pressure, low-volume water delivery to the plants via tubing, tapes, and emitters. Ideal for high-value crops and water-scarce regions.

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Sprinkler Irrigation

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Mimics rainfall by spraying water over the crops with sprinklers. Suitable for a variety of terrains, especially uneven land.

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Surface Irrigation

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Relies on gravity flow to distribute water over the soil surface. Suitable for large fields with crops that can tolerate standing water.

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Center Pivot Irrigation

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A method where equipment rotates around a central pivot and crops are watered with sprinklers. Best suited for large, flat fields.

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Furrow Irrigation

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Water is channeled through furrows or ditches between crop rows. Works well for row crops and areas with low cost of water.

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