▪ In drip irrigation, water is applied to each plant separately in small, frequent, precise quantities through drippers/emitters.
▪ It is most advanced irrigation method.
▪ It has highest application efficiency.
▪ It is also called TRICKLE IRRIGATION.
▪ It consists of head control unit, main/submain pipelines, feeder pipelines, hydrants, laterals lines with drippers/emitters.

Advantages

▪ High efficiency.
▪ Low water consumption.
▪ Less chance of weed growth.
▪ High crop yield.
▪ Fertilizers efficiently used.
▪ Level ground not required.

Disadvantages

▪ High initial and operational cost.
▪ Clogging risk.
▪ Highly skilled person is required for installation and operation.
▪ Salinity problems may arise.

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