Irrigation automation system is a new innovative technique used in agriculture to effectively and efficiently distribute water to plants without any or only minimal intervention in addition to monitoring. Irrigation system automation is multifaceted and deals with the transfer of water from source to water on separate farms. This chapter discusses automation in drip irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, precision agriculture, and micro irrigation systems. The main idea behind irrigation systems is to help grow crops and plants by keeping the minimum amount of water needed, suppressing weed growth in cereal fields, preventing soil consolidation and high yields.
Types of irrigation automation
drop irrigation
In drip irrigation automation, using drippers, drippers on the surface or below the soil surface, water reaches the root areas of plants directly. Through this system, plants get the right amount of water, and this system also eliminates water evaporation. Soil moisture is maintained at a very good level. Drip irrigation is the most efficient and easily installed for different types up to small types of agricultural products.
Sprinkler irrigation
Sprinkler irrigation automation system is a very suitable method for irrigation in uneven lands and shallow soils. In this method, water is sprayed into the air and allows it to fall to the ground like rain. This spray is created by the flow of pressurized water through small holes or nozzles. Dried crops, vegetables, flowering crops, orchards, crops such as tea, coffee are all suitable and can be irrigated by sprinkler.
Precision farming
The farm management system based on information and accurate agricultural technology identifies, analyzes and manages the diversity in the fields by performing the production methods in the right place and time and in the right way, for profitability, sustainability and protection of land resources. Helps increase productivity, prevent soil degradation and make optimal use of water resources. Precise agriculture changes the social and economic situation of farmers.
Advantages of irrigation automation
Save time – The automatic irrigation system helps to water the plants according to your plan.
Water conservation – All irrigation systems help save water and eliminate evaporation.
Reduce costs – Not only does it help save water, it also helps with energy efficiency and your electricity bill.
Keeps the soil healthy – restores soil moisture and moisture. An irrigation system stores these nutrients in the soil so your plants can grow.