4.5. Advantages

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a key advantage of surface irrigation?

   Hint

   Think about what makes it accessible.

2. 2.

   How does sub-surface irrigation affect weed growth?

   Hint

   Consider how water presence affects weed growth.

3. 3.

   What is an advantage of surface irrigation?

   • Requires high tech equipment
   • Utilizes gravity
   • High water loss

   Hint

   Recall how water flows in this irrigation method.

4. 4.

   Trickle irrigation is most effective in regions where?

   • Water is abundant
   • Water is scarce
   • There are severe rains

   Hint

   Think about how resources are managed.

5. 5.

   If a farmer chooses surface irrigation in a steep terrain, what challenges might arise?

   Hint

   Think about gravity's role in water movement.

6. 6.

   Design a simple irrigation system for a small farm using subsurface techniques. What factors must you consider?

   Hint

   Identify how each environmental aspect affects system efficiency.