The Principles of Irrigation Practice (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book explores the crucial role of water in agriculture, particularly in regions with limited rainfall. The author delves into the science behind how water interacts with soil, examining the different forms of soil moisture and their impact on plant growth. The book goes beyond simply describing the mechanics of irrigation and explores the historical context of this practice, highlighting how irrigation has been essential in reclaiming arid lands and sustaining agriculture throughout history. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the principles of water conservation and how to apply irrigation effectively to maximize crop yields and create a sustainable agricultural system. This book goes beyond providing a technical manual for engineers and offers practical guidance for farmers, particularly those new to irrigation, who seek to master the art of water management. The book ultimately argues that the success of irrigation rests on a thorough comprehension of the natural laws that govern water and plant growth. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- The Principles of Irrigation Practice (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- John A. Widtsoe
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330873122
- ISBN 13
- 9781330873120
- Seller catalogs
- Agriculture
A practical, beginner‑friendly manual that explains how water works in soil, crops, and irrigation systems. It presents irrigation as a supplement to rainfall and shows how to conserve moisture for better, more reliable yields.
The book covers the science and the hands‑on skills you need, from understanding soil moisture and water storage to choosing irrigation methods and timing. It blends accessible explanations with practical guidance drawn from field study, experiments, and existing irrigation literature. Readers will gain a clear view of how water moves in soils, how plants use that water, and how to apply irrigation to fit both arid and humid climates.
- How soils hold, move, and release water, and what that means for irrigation planning.
- Methods of irrigation (such as furrow, border, basin, and subsurface) and when to use them.
- How timing and distribution affect crop development, yields, and quality.
- How rainfall interacts with irrigation to maximize efficiency and crop value.
Ideal for farmers, students, and professionals seeking a grounded, results‑oriented understanding of irrigation practice.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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