Question

5 Which are the modern methods of irrigation? What are their advantages?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The modern methods of irrigation include – surface irrigation, drip irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, subsurface irrigation.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Modern methods of irrigation are :

» Sprinkler System

» Drip System

Advantages of Sprinkler System are:

» It helps in the conservation of soil.

» It increases soil productivity.

» It protects the crops from extreme frost or temperature.

» Fertilizer and insecticide application can be done by the sprinkler system.

Advantages of Drip System are:

» Water reaches directly to the roots of the plants.

» It saves a lot of water, which can be utilized for irrigating more area.

» Weeds do not grow because the water reaches directly to the plants and do not spread anywhere on the field.

» Crop yield is increased in this method.

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