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Category: IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
5 ways you can harvest rainwater for use in fruit farming.
With unpredictable rainfall patterns and weather conditions, farmers need to use efficient water delivery systems to conserve the harvested water.
Best Irrigation Methods in Different Soils
Irrigation systems such as flood irrigation apply water at a faster rate in different soils which results in wastage of water through run-off and evaporation. The plants cannot fully utilize all the water since it saturates into the soil quickly. The application of large amounts of water can also result in leaching and water-logging. The
Integrating liquid fertlizers through Fertigation into irrigation systems
Most areas in Kenya do not receive adequate rainfall for growing crops, hence farmers need to get creative. Water is a scarce resource that needs to be preserved. In the process of getting water to the crops, farmers are affected by winds and evapotranspiration. This results in wastage of water, especially in areas where farmers
What is the difference between Sprinkler Irrigation and Drip Irrigation?
Irrigation is an artificial method of ensuring plants get enough water through pipes, ditches, drips, sprinklers etc. The main aim of using irrigation is to curb inadequate rainfall, maintain the landscape and help crop growth. Thus, it’s a very critical practice in farming. Many farmers in Kenya however, find it hard when it comes to
Water storage can help farmers during dry seasons
Farmers in Kenya are at times hindered from daily activities due to lack of enough water. However, with Kenya being well geographically placed with quite some rain during the season, Kenyans can store water and use it when it is dry. Kenya’s per capita water is less than 600 cubic metres, which is below the
Shade nets and why they are important in today’s farming
Shade nets are made from lightweight knitted polythene fabric that provides people and plants with protection from the sun. Shade cloth fabric is available in densities ranging from 50% to 90% to suit the unique needs of different types of plants, flowers and crops. It can be used with greenhouses, hoop structures and in field
As A Farmer You Can Control Pests Through Shade Nets
Just like human beings control spread of Malaria through usage of nets, the same protection mechanism applies to plants, which, like human beings are not only exposed to diseases transmitted by insects, but also to direct damages as many pests feed on them. Farmers know the seriousness of this which can lead to total losses.
The Most Cost-Effective Greenhouse Which Every Farmer Can Construct
Green houses are meant to help the farmer make more money, its therefore very crucial for the farmer to know how to manage the project financially. You should be aware about what you will be expected to pay. Some suppliers will quote the price of the green house alone leaving out other essentials like water
How to establish the type of irrigation needed in your farm
Irrigation is the artificial application of water to land for the purpose of agricultural production. Effective irrigation will influence the entire growth process from seedbed preparation, germination, root growth, nutrient utilisation, plant growth and regrowth, yield and quality. The key to maximising irrigation efforts is uniformity. The producer has a lot of control over how
Here Are The Things To Consider When Establishing Drip Irrigation In Your Farm
Drip irrigation can boost crop production by way of more than 30% at the same time as the use of 30 to 50% much less water than a sprinkler. It can also save you defects in fruits and greens while saving you time. Right here are our 5 concerns for planning a drip irrigation system
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