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VOL. 7, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Evaluating Surface Irrigation methods for improved Agricultural Water Management
Authors
Narender Kumar, Sundeep Kumar Antil, Sunil Kumar, Vinita Rajput, Madan Lal
Abstract
Efficient water management is essential to
sustain agriculture, especially in arid and semi-arid regions where surface
irrigation is widely practiced. Despite its simplicity and historical
prevalence, surface irrigation often suffers from inefficiencies such as
non-uniform water distribution, runoff, and deep percolation losses. This study
evaluates various surface irrigation methods, including furrow, border, and
basin irrigation, focusing on innovative approaches like surge flow and
alternate furrow irrigation (AFI). These methods show promise in improving
water use efficiency without compromising crop yields. A comprehensive review
of literature and performance metrics, including application efficiency,
storage efficiency, and distribution uniformity, provides actionable insights
into optimizing surface irrigation systems. By adjusting factors such as inflow
rates, furrow length, and irrigation scheduling, significant water savings and
improved uniformity can be achieved. Automated systems utilizing real-time data
further enhance efficiency by optimizing irrigation timing. The findings
highlight the potential of surface irrigation optimization in addressing global
water scarcity challenges, ensuring agricultural sustainability, and balancing
resource use with productivity demands.
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Pages:16-22
How to cite this article:
Narender Kumar, Sundeep Kumar Antil, Sunil Kumar, Vinita Rajput, Madan Lal "Evaluating Surface Irrigation methods for improved Agricultural Water Management". International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science, Vol 7, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 16-22
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