Management, Performance, and Applications of Micro Irrigation Systems

Megh R. Goyal (Curatore)

Apple Academic Press Inc., 2021

Management, Performance, and Applications of Micro Irrigation Systems, the fourth volume in the Research Advances in Sustainable Micro Irrigation series, emphasizes sustainable and meaningful methods of irrigation to counter rampant water scarcity. In many parts of the world, this scarcity significantly affects crop yield, crop quality, and, consequently, human quality of life. This important volume presents the best management practices in sustainable micro irrigation, with the goal of increasing crop yield and quality and conserving water. The practices described are practical and attainable and are based on research and studies from many areas of the world, including India, South Africa, and other areas. The applications described can be adapted and applied to many regions with a critical need to address the water crisis in crop production. The practices and applications presented include: • Partial root-zone surface drip irrigation • Effective maintenance techniques • Web-based irrigation scheduling • Water use efficiency methods • The use of flushing and filtration systems This valuable book is a must for those struggling to find ways to address the need to maintain efficient crop production in the midst of water shortages. With chapters from hands-on experts in the field, the book will be an invaluable reference and guide to effective micro irrigation methods.

• Curatore: Megh R. Goyal
• Editore: Apple Academic Press Inc.
• Collana: Research Advances in Sustainable Micro Irrigation
• Anno: 2021
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 374 p.
• Dimensioni: 234 x 156 mm
• Peso: 453 gr.
• EAN: 9781774630853

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