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Answer 1

drip system is method of modern irrigation

Answer 2

Answer:

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

So both are the method of irrigation

Explanation:

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$\bold\pink{Modern \: Methods \: of \: Irrigation}$

Crops require water at regular interval of time for proper growth and development. This supply of water to the crops at regular intervals is known as irrigation. There are two methods of irrigation, namely, traditional and modern. The modern methods of irrigation include:

• Sprinkler System
• Drip System

$\bold\pink{Sprinkler \: Irrigation}$

It is an easy and simple method of irrigation nowadays. Water is provided to the fields by spraying water droplets, similar to rain, through pipes. Any loss of water is avoided in the sprinkler system. Problem of waterlogging is not present in this system. The balance of groundwater is also maintained.

Sprinkler irrigation is done in areas with less water and uneven ground level. The main pipeline is laid in the field. They are joined to perpendicular pipelines with rotating nozzles. Water from the tube-wells is allowed to pass through these pipelines under pressure, which escapes from the rotating nozzles and gets sprinkled on the crops.

Sprinkler irrigation is required in areas where a change in temperature of earth, environment, and humidity is seen. The continuous sprinkling of water improves the physical conditions and composition of the soil.

$\bold \pink{Advantages \: of \: Sprinkler \: Irrigation}$

• 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

• Physical condition and composition of soil are maintained.

• It is very useful for sandy soil and uneven land.

$\bold \pink{Drip \: Irrigation}$

This method of irrigation is gaining popularity in areas with a scarcity of water. Narrow pipes with small holes are laid on the fields. When water flows through the pipes, it drips at the place of the roots of the plants. The roots absorb the water and supply it to the plants. Furthermore, no water is wasted in this method.

$\bold \pink{Advantages \: of \: Drip \: Irrigation}$

• 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.

• The area near the plants is dry so bacterial growth is limited.

• It reduces the use of water in agriculture.

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$\bold \pink{What \: is \: Irrigation?}$

Irrigation is the process of applying water to the crops artificially to fulfil their water requirements. Nutrients may also be provided to the crops through irrigation. The various sources of water for irrigation are wells, ponds, lakes, canals, tube-wells, and even dams. Irrigation offers moisture required for growth and development, germination, and other related functions.

$\bold\pink{Types \: of \: Irrigation}$

There are different types of irrigation practised for improving crop yield. These types of irrigation systems are practised based on the different types of soils, climates, crops and resources. The main types of irrigation followed by farmers include:

$\green{Surface \: Irrigation}$

In this system, no irrigation pump is involved. Here, water is distributed across the land by gravity.

$\green{Localized \: Irrigation}$

In this system, water is applied to each plant through a network of pipes under low pressure.

$\green{Sprinkler \: Irrigation}$

Water is distributed from a central location by overhead high-pressure sprinklers or from sprinklers from the moving platform.

$\green{Drip \: Irrigation}$

In this type, drops of water are delivered near the roots of the plants. This type of irrigation is rarely used as it requires more maintenance.

$\green{Centre \: Pivot \: Irrigation}$

In this, the water is distributed by a sprinkler system moving in a circular pattern.

$\green{Sub \: Irrigation}$

Water is distributed through a system of pumping stations gates, ditches and canals by raising the water table.

$\green{Manual \: Irrigation}$

This a labour intensive and time-consuming system of irrigation. Here, the water is distributed through watering cans by manual labour.

$\bold \pink{Methods \: of \: Irrigation}$

Irrigation can be carried out by two different methods:

• Traditional Methods
• Modern Methods

Traditional Method

Traditional methods of irrigation are the oldest method used in the earlier years., which are more affordable, efficient than the modern methods. Some of these methods of irrigation are still followed today.