Sprinkler irrigation system allows application of water under high pressure with the help of a pump. It releases water similar to rainfall through a small diameter nozzle placed in the pipes. Water is distributed through a system of pipes, sprayed into air and irrigated in most of the…
Drip Irrigation is the most efficient water and nutrient delivery system for growing crops. It delivers water and nutrients directly to the plant’s root zone, in the right amounts, at the right time, so each plant gets exactly what it needs, when it needs it, to grow optimally.…
Greenhouse farming can be done in all climate zones including hot, cold, moderate, and tropical climates. One of the greatest advantages of greenhouses is the ability to achieve optimal growing conditions. This is as opposed to open fields, where climate control is not possible. For example, when it…
Although installation and maintenance of a drip system is no more labor-intensive or complex than that of a traditional system, designing a drip system for maximum water distribution efficiency does require much thought. Drip irrigation designs can only truly optimize the application of water if water waste below…
Shade Nets are lightweight knitted Polyethylene fabrics which are brought in use to bring about the protection from sun's heat and the ultraviolet radiations which we or the plants might be exposed to unknowingly. Shade net is used in many different applications in the domestic, horticulture, commercial, industrial,…
Agricultural equipment is any kind of machinery used on a farm to help with farming. Agricultural equipment is a major investment, and it can be difficult to know whether or not the investment is worth it. By investing in quality agricultural equipment, you can improve your farming operation…
The term smart agriculture refers to the usage of technologies like Internet of Things, sensors, location systems, robots and artificial intelligence on your farm. The ultimate goal is increasing the quality and quantity of the crops while optimizing the human labor used. Example technologies used in smart agriculture…
Borehole is a small, open, narrow shaft that is drilled into the ground, horizontally or vertically, to access water. It is how you get access to pure underground water that is naturally flowing. When it rains, the rainwater seeps through the layers of soil and rock and is…
Agribusiness marketing can best be defined as a series of services involved in moving a product from the point of production to the point of consumption. Agricultural marketing brings producers and consumers together through a series of activities and thus becomes an essential element of the economy. The…
Farm fence means a fence erected for the purpose of containing livestock, enclosing crops, and water areas. Having a fence around your property makes you feel safe and secure. It protects your livestock, keeps out animals and insects, and gives you a place to put the trash. It…