IITA Research Guide 14

Irrigation systems for research farms
Paul V. Hartley  March 1996

 

Abstract. Irrigation is as old as civilization. Irrigation supplements the water available from rainfall and ground water. The real value of irrigation is not so much in preventing a total crop loss as in getting maximum yield. If irrigation is for profit, the increase in crop value due to irrigation must be equal to, or more than the cost of the irrigation system. Only good management practices bring good results.

 

Objectives, Study materials, Practicals
Questions
 
1 Factors affecting irrigation
2 Water sources and supply
3 Water conveyance
4 Irrigation systems
5 Pump and pipe irrigation
6 Bibliography
7 Suggestions for trainers
   
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