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Is overhead irrigation system the same as surface irrigation?
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No, overhead irrigation systems and surface irrigation systems are not the same; they are distinct methods of irrigation.
1. **Overhead Irrigation**:
- This method involves applying water to the crop from above, typically using sprinklers or other types of overhead systems. Water is distributed through a network of pipes and delivered to the plants in the form of droplets or sprays.
- Overhead irrigation can help reduce soil erosion, minimize water runoff, and can be adjusted to target specific areas of the field. It is often used for crops that require consistent moisture.
2. **Surface Irrigation**:
- Surface irrigation relies on gravity to distribute water over the soil surface. This method includes various techniques, such as furrow, flood, basin, or border irrigation, where water is applied directly to the soil and allowed to flow across the field.
- Surface irrigation is generally less expensive to set up than overhead irrigation, but it can be less efficient in terms of water use and may lead to issues like soil erosion and runoff if not managed properly.
In summary, the main difference lies in how the water is applied: overhead irrigation sprays water from above, while surface irrigation allows water to flow over the soil surface.
1. **Overhead Irrigation**:
- This method involves applying water to the crop from above, typically using sprinklers or other types of overhead systems. Water is distributed through a network of pipes and delivered to the plants in the form of droplets or sprays.
- Overhead irrigation can help reduce soil erosion, minimize water runoff, and can be adjusted to target specific areas of the field. It is often used for crops that require consistent moisture.
2. **Surface Irrigation**:
- Surface irrigation relies on gravity to distribute water over the soil surface. This method includes various techniques, such as furrow, flood, basin, or border irrigation, where water is applied directly to the soil and allowed to flow across the field.
- Surface irrigation is generally less expensive to set up than overhead irrigation, but it can be less efficient in terms of water use and may lead to issues like soil erosion and runoff if not managed properly.
In summary, the main difference lies in how the water is applied: overhead irrigation sprays water from above, while surface irrigation allows water to flow over the soil surface.
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