Drilling a borehole in your home can provide a reliable source of water for household and agricultural use even during a drought. Among the most important logistics before drilling a bore is choosing the ideal location. The site you choose can determine the amount of water available in…
Water plays a vital role in the growth of plants and the production of all crops. It provides the medium by which chemicals and nutrients are carried through the plant and above all, the main constituent of the physiological plant tissue and a reagent in photosynthesis. However, soil…
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…
Key Tips on How to Stop Wasting Money on Irrigation When it comes to gardening, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. The plants might die, you might get sick from all the chemicals in your soil… and we all know how expensive irrigation is!…
Rainwater harvesting is a simple strategy by which rainfall is gathered and stored for future usage. The process involves collection and storage of rainwater with help of artificially designed systems, that runs off natural or man-made catchment areas. Rain water harvesting is one of the most effective methods…
How farmers can harvest rainwater and the benefits
How farmers can harvest rainwater and the benefits Rainwater harvesting is a simple strategy by which rainfall is collected and stored for future use. The process is done with the help of artificially designed systems that runs off to natural or man-made catchment areas. This is an effective…
A dam is a structure commonly built across a river or stream to create a large reservoir behind it. We use dams for various human consumption purposes such as irrigation, hydroelectric power, reducing peak floodwater, and improving navigation. Dams also have extra work such as spillways, valves and…
4 types of pumps that you can use on your farm Farm operations such as irrigation are essential aspects of farming. You need to deliver water to the plants at the right place and time. Agricultural pumps are effective machinery required for running your farm operations. You need…
5 water storage systems you should use on your farm Water is essential for all living beings, including plants and animals. It's a lifeline for all crops because they use it to grow. Drought isn't only limited to rain-fed farms, but it also affects farmers who depend on…