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Types of Irrigation Systems

This document discusses different types of irrigation systems. It describes ditch irrigation, terraced irrigation, drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, rotary systems, and center pivot irrigation. Ditch irrigation uses ditches and furrows to water plantings, while terraced irrigation cuts steep land into steps for planting. Drip irrigation applies water directly to plant roots efficiently. Sprinkler systems use overhead sprinklers installed on risers. Rotary systems use mechanically driven sprinklers that rotate and reach large areas. Center pivot irrigation uses a circular moving tower with sprinklers to water large circular areas.

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Types of Irrigation Systems

This document discusses different types of irrigation systems. It describes ditch irrigation, terraced irrigation, drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, rotary systems, and center pivot irrigation. Ditch irrigation uses ditches and furrows to water plantings, while terraced irrigation cuts steep land into steps for planting. Drip irrigation applies water directly to plant roots efficiently. Sprinkler systems use overhead sprinklers installed on risers. Rotary systems use mechanically driven sprinklers that rotate and reach large areas. Center pivot irrigation uses a circular moving tower with sprinklers to water large circular areas.

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TYPES OF

IRRIGATION
SYSTEMS
What is Irrigation?
• Irrigation is the replacement or
supplementation of rainwater with
another source of water. The main
idea behind irrigation systems is that
your lawns and plants are maintained
with the minimum amount of water
required.
• Water is a fragile natural resource and
we have to incorporate methods to
conserve it and not over-use it. The
implementation of an irrigation
system will help conserve water, while
saving you time, money, preventing
weed growth and increasing the
growth rate of your lawns, plants,
crops and flowers.
TYPES OF IRRIGATION
SYSTEMS
Ditch Irrigation
• It is a rather traditional
method, where ditches are
dug out and seedlings are
planted in rows. The plantings
are watered by placing canals
or furrows in between the
rows of plants. Siphon tubes
are used to move the water
from the main ditch to the
canals. This system of
irrigation was once very
popular in the USA and
Phillipines, but most have
been replaced with modern
systems.
Terraced Irrigation
• This is a very labor-intensive
method of irrigation where
the land is cut into steps and
supported by retaining walls.
The flat areas are used for
planting and the idea is that
the water flows down each
step, while watering each
plot. This allows steep land to
be used for planting crops.
Drip Irrigation
• This is known as the most
water efficient method of
irrigation. Water drops
right near the root zone of
a plant in a dripping
motion. If the system is
installed properly you can
steadily reduce the loss of
water through evaporation
and runoff.
Sprinkler System
• This is an irrigation system
based on overhead sprinklers,
sprays or guns, installed on
permanent risers. You can also
have the system buried
underground and the sprinklers
rise up when water pressure
rises, which is a popular
irrigation system for use on golf
courses and parks.
Rotary Systems
• This method of irrigation is best
suited for larger areas, for the
sprinklers can reach distances of
up to 100 feet. The word
“Rotary” is indicative of the
mechanical driven sprinklers
moving in a circular motion,
hence reaching greater distances.
This system waters a larger area
with small amounts of water
over a longer period of time.
Center Pivot Irrigation
• This is a form of overhead
irrigation. Steel or aluminum pipes
are joined together, supported by
trusses, mounted on wheeled
towers. The sprinklers are situated
on the length of the tower and
they move in a circular motion.

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