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Irrigation uses water in several organized ways to promote healthy and efficient crop growth. It accounts for roughly 70% of our planet's freshwater use.
Water is distributed and sprayed over the field from a central location. This method is more efficient than flood irrigation because it requires less water and a lot less water is lost to evaporation or runoff. Often times, like in the photo shown below, mist and water is dispensed from sprinklers which water the plants without as much water waste.
🎥 Watch: AP Environmental Science - Agricultural Practices III
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Mark Little
Mark Little
Irrigation uses water in several organized ways to promote healthy and efficient crop growth. It accounts for roughly 70% of our planet's freshwater use.
Water is distributed and sprayed over the field from a central location. This method is more efficient than flood irrigation because it requires less water and a lot less water is lost to evaporation or runoff. Often times, like in the photo shown below, mist and water is dispensed from sprinklers which water the plants without as much water waste.
🎥 Watch: AP Environmental Science - Agricultural Practices III
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