Question

Briefly explain the modern methods of irrigation and its advantages over the traditional method.​

Answer 1

Answer:

sprinkler irrigation method is more suited to sandy soils. In sprinkler irrigation method, water is taken from source to the fields through pipes, whereas in surface irrigation methods only 30-45 per cent water reaches the crops. Such loss of water is avoided in sprinkler irrigation method.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The traditional methods of irrigation are Moat, Dhekli, chain pump, etc. The modern method of irrigation includes Dam irrigation, Sprinkler system, Drip irrigation, canal irrigation and many more. The modern methods are far better than traditional methods because they replace labour-time with efficiency. Modern methods save water, by reducing absorption by soil path, being consumed by animals, etc. Sprinkler system and drip irrigation are those methods that save water and are very effective in areas with uneven land.