How irrigation transforms dry soil into productive fields

Irrigation is an agricultural technique which involves the artificial application of water onto crop fields to replenish soil water available for crops. Maintaining optimum soil water conditions in crop fields assures daily crop water requirements. Water is essential for plant growth through evapotranspiration process, and its absence leads to a significant decrease in agricultural production.

Irrigation allows farmers to control the amount of water supplied to their crops, improving productivity and crop quality. Modern irrigation systems, such as drip, micro-jet and sprinkler irrigation, enable efficient water use and reduce losses. Irrigation is a vital tool for farmers seeking to increase production and meet the growing food needs of the population.