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Water availability for the successful production of a good crop is an important factor. Due to the ever-increasing population and climate change, the water available in the ground is decreasing.
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due to which the production of crops is constantly decreasing. Drip irrigation was invented to solve this problem which has proved to be a boon for farmers.
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In this method, water is transported directly from plastic pipes’ sources to plants’ roots. It’s called fertigation.
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Saves 60-70% of water compared to other irrigation systems.
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Drip irrigation helps plants to provide nutrients with greater efficiency.
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Drip irrigation can prevent losses of water (due to evaporation and leakage).
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Water in drip irrigation is given directly to the crop roots. Due to this, the surrounding soil becomes dry, and weeds cannot be grown.
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