Global climate change and dwindling freshwater resources have made economical water use in agriculture a necessity. In traditional methods such as furrow or flood irrigation, most of the water evaporates before it can penetrate the soil, or mixes with groundwater and is wasted. Drip irrigation, on the other hand, delivers water directly to the plant root zone and brings these losses close to zero.
The Importance of Pressure-Compensating (PC) Emitters
On sloping land, due to gravity, pressure is high in the lower parts of the pipe and low in the upper parts. When plain drip pipes are used, plants below are over-watered while plants above go without. Thanks to the silicone membrane inside them, pressure-compensating (PC) drip pipes ensure that every emitter outlet delivers the same amount of water (for example, exactly 2.0 liters per hour) regardless of the pressure at the line inlet.
Benefits Gained with Drip Irrigation
- Up to 50% Water Savings: Water is given only as much as the plant needs, directly to the root zone.
- Weed Control: Because only the plant root is watered, the growth of weeds between rows is prevented.
- Easy Fertilization (Fertigation): Liquid fertilizers are mixed with the irrigation water and delivered directly to the roots, preventing fertilizer waste.
By choosing Sistem Vana pressure-compensating drip pipes for the long-term health of your field and a high harvest, you can both protect our water resources and reduce your input costs.
