Irrigation

Irrigated agriculture is the most significant user of fresh water in the world and, due to the large area occupied, is one of the major pollution sources for the water resources. This book comprises 12 chapters that cover different issues and problematics of irrigated agriculture: from water use in...

Descrición completa

Gardado en:
Detalles Bibliográficos
Formato: Online
Idioma:inglés
Publicado: IntechOpen 2021
Subjects:
Acceso en liña:ONIX_20210420_9789535104216_1263
Tags: Engadir etiqueta
Sen Etiquetas, Sexa o primeiro en etiquetar este rexistro!
Descripción
Summary:Irrigated agriculture is the most significant user of fresh water in the world and, due to the large area occupied, is one of the major pollution sources for the water resources. This book comprises 12 chapters that cover different issues and problematics of irrigated agriculture: from water use in different irrigated systems to pollution generated by irrigated agriculture. Moreover, the book also includes chapters that deal with new possibilities of improving irrigation techniques through the reuse of drainage water and wastewater, helping to reduce freshwater extractions. A wide range of issues is herein presented, related to the evaluation of irrigated agriculture impacts and management practices to reduce these impacts on the environment.