What method of irrigation will you use if you live in a dry area with shortage of water? Explain the method.

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Drip irrigation is the method of choice for dry areas which have a shortage of water.
In this method, water is directed at the roots of plants. Water is allowed to fall drop by drop from a pipe placed near the roots. Thus, water is used efficiently and wastage is reduced.

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What method of irrigation will you use if you live in a dry area with shortage of water? Explain the method.

Drip irrigation is the method of choice for dry areas which have a shortage of water.In this method, water is directed at the roots of plants. Water is allowed to fall drop by drop from a pipe placed near the roots. Thus, water is used efficiently and wastage is reduced.

Drip irrigation is the method of choice for dry areas which have a shortage of water.
In this method, water is directed at the roots of plants. Water is allowed to fall drop by drop from a pipe placed near the roots. Thus, water is used efficiently and wastage is reduced.