Dear Sir
The concept of drip irrigation systems is simple.
Tiny holes inserted at various points along a hose, allow small quantities of water to trickle slowly into the soil over long periods.
The disadvantage of sprinkler systems is that a lot of water is wasted, owing to evaporation of the spray droplets as they fly through the air. Drip irrigation systems use less water, because it is applied directly where the plants need it most.
Benefits
Saves water . Studies show that drip irrigation systems use 30 - 50% less water than conventional watering methods, such as sprinklers.
Improves growth .Smaller amounts of water applied over a longer amount of time provide ideal growing conditions. Drip irrigation extends watering times for plants, and prevents soil erosion and nutrient runoff. Also, because the flow is continuous, water penetrates deeply into the soil to get well down into the root zone.
Saves time .Setting and moving sprinklers is not required. A timer can be added to the system for automatic watering.
Helps control fungal diseases, which grow quickly under moist conditions. Also, wet foliage can spread disease.
Adaptable .A drip irrigation system can be modified easily to adjust to the changing needs of a garden or lawn.
Tips
* Prior to installation, leave tubing in the sun for awhile to warm.
* Small plastic stoppers , also called "goof plugs", can be used to plug the holes on the submain if you decide to remove emitters from any section of the system.
* Reduce watering need by planting near a low hedge or wind barrier. Reducing the wind will reduce water loss by evaporation.
* Don't overwater. One inch of water per week will suffice for plants with average water requirements. A 1 gph emitter will deliver this amount of water in about one hour. Hot climates often require the equivalent of 2" per week of rainwater. It's best to water deeply, but infrequently. There should be no puddles around the emitters.
for 25 acres land 3 lakhs is the approx cost.
Regards
Kirti
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