In this article we will discuss about the need for inter-basin water transfer in India. India receives on an average about 4000 BCM of precipitation every year. More than half of this quantity is lost to the atmosphere or through deep percolation and only about 1869 BCM flow in the rivers as surface flow. Approximately […]
Inter-Basin Water Transfer in India | Irrigation | Agronomy
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Criteria for Choosing a Suitable Irrigation Method | Irrigation | Agronomy
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To choose an irrigation method, the farmer must know the advantages and disadvantages of the various methods. Farmer must know which method suits the local conditions best. Unfortunately, in many cases there is no single best solution: all methods have their advantages and disadvantages. Irrigation systems are often designed to maximise efficiencies and minimize labour […]
Essay on Participatory Irrigation Management | Irrigation | Agronomy
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In this essay we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Participatory Irrigation Management 2. Objectives of Participatory Irrigation Management 3. Opportunities. Essay # 1. Meaning of Participatory Irrigation Management (PIM): The term participatory irrigation management refers to the participation of users -the farmers—in the management of the irrigation system. The Handbook on PIM defines participatory […]