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Drip Irrigation for Agriculture - Untold Stories of Efficiency, Innovation and Development (Hardcover): Jean-Philippe Venot,... Drip Irrigation for Agriculture - Untold Stories of Efficiency, Innovation and Development (Hardcover)
Jean-Philippe Venot, Marcel Kuper, Margreet Zwarteveen
R3,940 Discovery Miles 39 400 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Initially associated with hi-tech irrigated agriculture, drip irrigation is now being used by a much wider range of farmers in emerging and developing countries. This book documents the enthusiasm, spread and use of drip irrigation systems by smallholders but also some disappointments and disillusion faced in the global South. It explores and explains under which conditions it works, for whom and with what effects. The book deals with drip irrigation 'behind the scenes', showcasing what largely remain 'untold stories'. Most research on drip irrigation use plot-level studies to demonstrate the technology's ability to save water or improve efficiencies and use a narrow and rather prescriptive engineering or economic language. They tend to be grounded in a firm belief in the technology and focus on the identification of ways to improve or better realize its potential. The technology also figures prominently in poverty alleviation or agricultural modernization narratives, figuring as a tool to help smallholders become more innovative, entrepreneurial and business minded. Instead of focusing on its potential, this book looks at drip irrigation-in-use, making sense of what it does from the perspectives of the farmers who use it, and of the development workers and agencies, policymakers, private companies, local craftsmen, engineers, extension agents or researchers who engage with it for a diversity of reasons and to realize a multiplicity of objectives. While anchored in a sound engineering understanding of the design and operating principles of the technology, the book extends the analysis beyond engineering and hydraulics to understand drip irrigation as a sociotechnical phenomenon that not only changes the way water is supplied to crops but also transforms agricultural farming systems and even how society is organized. The book provides field evidence from a diversity of interdisciplinary case studies in sub-Saharan Africa, the Mediterranean, Latin America, and South Asia, thus revealing some of the untold stories of drip irrigation.

Modernisation Strategy for National Irrigation Systems in the Philippines - Balanac and Sta. Maria River Irrigation Systems... Modernisation Strategy for National Irrigation Systems in the Philippines - Balanac and Sta. Maria River Irrigation Systems (Paperback)
Mona Liza Delos Reyes
R2,556 Discovery Miles 25 560 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The book presents documentary evidence of the insufficiency of rehabilitation works to close the gap between the irrigation service and actual area irrigated of publicly funded national irrigation systems in the Philippines. It outlines a methodology for formulating a modernisation plan for national irrigation systems with focus on the mostly ungauged, medium to small canal irrigation systems. The proposed methodology adaptively modified some known modernisation concepts and techniques and integrated them in a more holistic framework in the context of changing weather patterns and river flow regimes. It includes in-depth review of rehabilitation works; system diagnosis; revalidation of design assumptions on percolation and water supply; characterisation of system management, irrigation service and demand; and drawing up of options and a vision for the modernised irrigation systems. Central to the proposed modernisation strategy is the logical coherence among the design of physical structures, system operation and water supply so that improvements of irrigation service are possible. The book discusses the development of the proposed methodology and demonstrates its utility in two case study irrigation systems.

Alternative Irrigation - The Promise of Runoff Agriculture (Paperback): Christopher J Barrow Alternative Irrigation - The Promise of Runoff Agriculture (Paperback)
Christopher J Barrow
R1,259 Discovery Miles 12 590 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

An introduction to runoff agriculture - a form of agricultural irrigation - this text describes how the use of surface and subsurface water, often overlooked and wasted, enables both small farmers and commercial agriculturists to improve yields and the security of harvest, even in harsh and remote environments. The text introduces the techniques and strategies, as well as the challenges and the potential of the crucial approach, which can contribute so much to reducing land degradation and improving conservation and sustainability.

Handbook of Flood Risk Management in Developing Countries (Hardcover): Victor Oladokun, David Proverbs, Oluseye Adebimpe, Taiwo... Handbook of Flood Risk Management in Developing Countries (Hardcover)
Victor Oladokun, David Proverbs, Oluseye Adebimpe, Taiwo Adedeji
R4,383 Discovery Miles 43 830 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

• First collection of expert chapters focusing on flood management in developing countries • Considers unique contexts within the developing countries and consideration of themes such as exploding population, fragile economies and weak infrastructural systems which are unique to the areas

Water: Economics, Management and Demand (Hardcover, illustrated edition): T. Franks, M. Kay, L.E.D. Smith Water: Economics, Management and Demand (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
T. Franks, M. Kay, L.E.D. Smith
R9,664 Discovery Miles 96 640 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book forms the proceedings of the 18th European ICID conference on irrigation and drainage. Water is not a free commodity and demand is becoming more and more intense for its allocation. This book focuses on the role of irrigation and drainage in the debate on water and should be of interest to planners, designers, policy makers in the water industry, national and local government, academic researchers and environment agencies.

Impact of Improved Operation and Maintenance on Cohesive Sediment Transport in Gezira Scheme, Sudan (Paperback): Ishraga S.... Impact of Improved Operation and Maintenance on Cohesive Sediment Transport in Gezira Scheme, Sudan (Paperback)
Ishraga S. Osman
R1,558 Discovery Miles 15 580 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Irrigated agriculture remains to be the main option to boost the economy in Sudan in general. It can rise the living standard of the majority of the population; particularly those who are attached to farming and livestock. With the expected increase in population in the next decades, water management of large irrigation systems will become a key issue to increase productivity and assure future food security. Sediment transport in irrigation canals makes water management very complicated. This study focuses on water management in Gezira Scheme, Sudan. This scheme is irrigated from the Blue Nile River, which is characterized by a high sediment concentration. The aim of the study was to reduce the impact of fine sediment deposition in irrigation canals by improving the operation and maintenance procedures. A numerical model has been developed to simulate the cohesive sediment transport in irrigation canals. This model is a useful tool for the operators and decision makers to assess different options of operation in terms of sediment transport. This study found that sediment deposition in the canals can be minimized if the operation based on crop water requirement is adjusted at a certain period during the flood season.

Water for Western Agriculture (Hardcover): Kenneth D. Frederick Water for Western Agriculture (Hardcover)
Kenneth D. Frederick
R2,892 Discovery Miles 28 920 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This title, originally published in 1982, examines the importance of western irrigation to U.S. agriculture and the impacts of the changing water supply situation on the development of western irrigation. Past trends, water supply conditions, water institutions, economic forces, technological alternatives, and environmental factors are examined for their impacts on the course of western irrigation. Water for Western Agriculture will be of particular interest for students studying environmental issues.

Water and Fertigation Management in Micro Irrigation (Hardcover): Megh R. Goyal Water and Fertigation Management in Micro Irrigation (Hardcover)
Megh R. Goyal
R4,082 Discovery Miles 40 820 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This important volume, the ninth in the Research Advances in Sustainable Micro Irrigation book series, provides an invaluable addition to the literature and knowledge on the ever-growing need for sustainable irrigation for agricultural crops in many water-scarce parts of the world. The book specifically covers advances in fertigation for water management in general as well as for specific crops, such as peaches, maize, and citrus crops. Specific topics include: * The design of various surface and subsurface water emitters * Using information from weather stations for irrigation purposes * Ultra low drip irrigation technology * The management of weeds in crops using micro irrigation * New technology and advances in fertigation With chapters from researchers and practitioners in agricultural engineering, water research and technology, soil conservation, and other fields, this compendium provides a wealth of useful information that can be put into practice to enhance crop production.

Combine Harvesters - Theory, Modeling, and Design (Hardcover): Petre Miu Combine Harvesters - Theory, Modeling, and Design (Hardcover)
Petre Miu
R5,861 Discovery Miles 58 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

From Basic Fundamentals to Advanced Design Applications A culmination of the author's more than 20 years of research efforts, academic papers, and lecture notes, Combine Harvesters: Theory, Modeling, and Design outlines the key concepts of combine harvester process theory and provides you with a complete and thorough understanding of combine harvester processes. Utilizing a wealth of experimental data to promote validated mathematical models, this book presents the latest stochastic and deterministic modeling methods, evolutionary computational techniques, and practical applications. Highly focused on engineering and mathematics, it incorporates the use of simulation software (including MATLAB (R)) throughout the text and introduces a unified approach that can be used for any combine harvester functional structure. The book addresses modeling, simulation, evolutionary optimization, and combine process design. Breadth of coverage includes general technical specifications, developing machine layout as defined by engineering calculations, and design considerations for major subassembly processes. Comprised of 15 chapters, this text: Provides examples of current combine systems/elements design throughout the book Incorporates applications/exercises inspired by the author's engineering and research experience Uses both SI (metric) and imperial/U.S. measuring units throughout Combine Harvesters: Theory, Modeling, and Design contains principles, calculations, and examples that can aid you in combine process modeling and simulation, the development of combine process and driving task-based control systems by considering a top-to-bottom design of combine assembly and components.

Rainfed Agriculture (Hardcover): R. K. Nanwal, G. A. Rajanna Rainfed Agriculture (Hardcover)
R. K. Nanwal, G. A. Rajanna
R3,787 Discovery Miles 37 870 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book discusses various issues related to Rainfed Agriculture, for example: Soil and water conservation Drought management strategies Rain-water harvesting Crops and cropping system for dryland agriculture Conservation agriculture Climate-smart agriculture and watershed management The subject matter is both narrative and critical, explained with illustrations and tables. This book is co-published with NIPA. Taylor and Francis does not sell or distribute its print and electronic editions in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

Thermal Properties of Food and Agricultural Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed): Nuri N. Mohsenin Thermal Properties of Food and Agricultural Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed)
Nuri N. Mohsenin
R17,725 Discovery Miles 177 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book discusses the methods for determination of data on thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity, unit surface conductance or the heat transfer coefficient of foods and agricultural materials. It includes the applications of thermal properties in relation to cooling and thermal expansion.

Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotec hnology, Bioremediation and Agriculture (Hardcover): F.J. de Bruijn Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotec hnology, Bioremediation and Agriculture (Hardcover)
F.J. de Bruijn
R4,967 Discovery Miles 49 670 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotechnology, Bioremediation, and Agriculture Discover the positive and helpful contributions made by microorganisms to various areas of human health, food preservation and production, biotechnology, industry, environmental clean-up and sustainable agriculture. In Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotechnology, Bioremediation, and Agriculture, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive and eye-opening look at the positive side of bacteria and other microbes. The book explores the important and positive roles played by microorganisms. Divided into five sections, Good Microbes examines the use of microorganisms and the microbiome in human health, food production, industrial use, bioremediation, and sustainable agriculture. Coverage spans from food allergies, skin disorders, microbial food preservation and fermentation of various beverages and food products, and from an ethical point of view to the beneficial use of microbes in biotechnology, industry, bioeconomy, environmental remediation such as resource recovery, microbial-based environmental clean-up, plant-microbe interactions in biorestauration, biological control of plant diseases, and biological nitrogen fixation. Provides basic knowledge on bacterial biology, biochemistry, genetics, and genomics of beneficial microbes Includes practical discussions of microbial biotechnology, including the contribution of microbial biotechnology to sustainable development goals Features a comprehensive introduction and extensive index to facilitate the search for key terms. Perfect for scientists, researchers and anyone with an interest in beneficial microbes, Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotechnology, Bioremediation, and Agriculture is also an indispensable resource for microbiology graduate students, applied microbiologists and policy makers.

River Dynamics - Geomorphology to Support Management (Hardcover): Bruce L. Rhoads River Dynamics - Geomorphology to Support Management (Hardcover)
Bruce L. Rhoads
R1,990 Discovery Miles 19 900 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Rivers are important agents of change that shape the Earth's surface and evolve through time in response to fluctuations in climate and other environmental conditions. They are fundamental in landscape development, and essential for water supply, irrigation, and transportation. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the geomorphological processes that shape rivers and that produce change in the form of rivers. It explores how the dynamics of rivers are being affected by anthropogenic change, including climate change, dam construction, and modification of rivers for flood control and land drainage. It discusses how concern about environmental degradation of rivers has led to the emergence of management strategies to restore and naturalize these systems, and how river management techniques work best when coordinated with the natural dynamics of rivers. This textbook provides an excellent resource for students, researchers, and professionals in fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, river science, and environmental policy.

Sustainable Irrigation Development in the White Volta sub-Basin - UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis (Paperback): Eric Antwi Ofosu Sustainable Irrigation Development in the White Volta sub-Basin - UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis (Paperback)
Eric Antwi Ofosu
R2,883 Discovery Miles 28 830 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Sub-Saharan Africa has an irrigation potential of about 42 million hectares of which only 17% is developed. Despite several investments in irrigation the growth is slow. This study aims at helping to achieve sustainable irrigation in sub-Saharan Africa, through gaining a better understanding of productive irrigation water use and effective management of irrigation development. The study is conducted in the White Volta sub-basin specifically in Northern Ghana and Southern Burkina Faso which have been experiencing rapid irrigation development since the mid 1990s. The study identified growing markets for irrigated products as an important driving force behind the expansion of irrigation which has given rise to new technologies. The new technologies have spread because they gave farmers direct control over water sources. These new technologies allow relatively small farm sizes which can be adequately managed by the surveyed farmers. As a result high productivities are achieved. The hydrological impact of upscaling irrigation in the sub-basin is sustainable and will maximize the overall benefits derived from water resources in the Volta Basin.

Taming the Anarchy - Groundwater Governance in South Asia (Paperback): Tushaar Shah Taming the Anarchy - Groundwater Governance in South Asia (Paperback)
Tushaar Shah
R1,371 Discovery Miles 13 710 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In 1947, British India-the part of South Asia that is today's India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh-emerged from the colonial era with the world's largest centrally managed canal irrigation infrastructure. However, as vividly illustrated by Tushaar Shah, the orderly irrigation economy that saved millions of rural poor from droughts and famines is now a vast atomistic system of widely dispersed tube-wells that are drawing groundwater without permits or hindrances. Taming the Anarchy is about the development of this chaos and the prospects to bring it under control. It is about both the massive benefit that the irrigation economy has created and the ill-fare it threatens through depleted aquifers and pollution. Tushaar Shah brings exceptional insight into a socio-ecological phenomenon that has befuddled scientists and policymakers alike. In systematic fashion, he investigates the forces behind the transformation of South Asian irrigation and considers its social, economic, and ecological impacts. He considers what is unique to South Asia and what is in common with other developing regions. He argues that, without effective governance, the resulting groundwater stress threatens the sustenance of the agrarian system and therefore the well being of the nearly one and a half billion people who live in South Asia. Yet, finding solutions is a formidable challenge. The way forward in the short run, Shah suggests, lies in indirect, adaptive strategies that change the conduct of water users. From antiquity until the 1960's, agricultural water management in South Asia was predominantly the affair of village communities and/or the state. Today, the region depends on irrigation from some 25 million individually owned groundwater wells. Tushaar Shah provides a fascinating economic, political, and cultural history of the development and use of technology that is also a history of a society in transition. His book provides powerful ideas and lessons for researchers, historians, and policymakers interested in South Asia, as well as readers who are interested in the water and agricultural futures of other developing countries and regions, including China and Africa.

Integrated Watershed Management in Rainfed Agriculture (Hardcover, New): Suhas P. Wani, Johan Rockstrom, Kanwar Lal. Sahrawat Integrated Watershed Management in Rainfed Agriculture (Hardcover, New)
Suhas P. Wani, Johan Rockstrom, Kanwar Lal. Sahrawat
R5,715 Discovery Miles 57 150 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The incentive of watershed programs is to increase the return on investment with over 20% for 65% of the projects that are currently underperforming. This book provides a comprehensive presentation of the realization of improved rain fed agriculture yield in semi-arid and dry land areas. Besides techniques to improve the livelihood of the many small-scale farmers in developing countries, it includes examples and case studies for further support. The methods discussed have recently shown to be successful and economically remunerative in India and in various African countries. Intended for professionals (investors, policy makers), researchers and (post)graduate students working on dry land and sustainable agriculture and water and natural resources management. Suited for courses in dry land agriculture, soil and water management and watershed development.

Farmall 100 Years (Hardcover): Randy Leffingwell Farmall 100 Years (Hardcover)
Randy Leffingwell; Contributions by Robert N. Pripps
R832 Discovery Miles 8 320 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Fundamentals Of Mobile Heavy Equipment (Hardcover): Gus Wright, Owen C. Duffy, Scott A Heard Fundamentals Of Mobile Heavy Equipment (Hardcover)
Gus Wright, Owen C. Duffy, Scott A Heard
R4,161 Discovery Miles 41 610 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Fundamentals of Mobile Heavy Equipment provides students with a thorough introduction to the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of off-road mobile heavy equipment. With comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the latest technology in the field, it addresses the equipment used in construction, agricultural, forestry, and mining industries. The chapters cover all aspects of heavy equipment systems, including: * Hydraulics, spanning 14 chapters * Braking and suspension systems * Track drive undercarriage and wheeled machines * Hydraulic attachments * Electrical and steering systems * Transmission and power transfer systems * Electric Drives * Autonomous and semi-autonomous control systems * Telematics, on-board networks and remote machine control * Alternative braking * Foundational information, shop practices and safety concerns The textbook features helpful pedagogical tools to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking, including review sections, real-world applications, illustrations, step-by-step explanations, and visual summaries. Written in concise and accessible language by an author team extensive experience in the field, it equips students at all levels with the knowledge and skills they need for a successful career in heavy equipment repair and service.

Modern Land Drainage - Planning, Design and Management of Agricultural Drainage Systems (Paperback, 2nd edition): Willem... Modern Land Drainage - Planning, Design and Management of Agricultural Drainage Systems (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Willem Vlotman, Lambert Smedema, David Rycroft
R1,746 Discovery Miles 17 460 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Modern Land Drainage 2nd edition is a fully revised and updated edition of the 2004 edition. Modern Land Drainage describes traditional drainage formulas (Hooghoudt, Kirkham, Donnan, Ernst, Glover-Dumm) for rainfed agriculture in the humid temperature zone. Significant parts are devoted to drainage for salinity control of irrigated land in (semi-) arid zones, and to drainage of rice land in the humid tropics. Institutional, management and maintenance aspects are extensively covered, as well as the mitigation of adverse impacts of drainage interventions on the environment. The latest computer applications for drainage design in the context of integrated water management are described (DRAINMOD, HEC, SWAP, etc.). Field surveys are executed by governments, with the aid of consultants, but rarely are the end stakeholders (i.e., farmers and general public) involved from inception to planning to execution of a drainage system. Yet, during the Operation, Management and Maintenance (OMM) phase of a water management system, they are expected to takeover, run, bear and be responsible for the costs of OMM. The book describes successful methodologies and processes to be followed for engagement of stakeholders at all levels, from government to farm, from minister to farmer, and, from beginning to end. The book covers all aspects needed for sustainable drainage. The latest survey methodologies with satellites and drones are suggested to assess cause and effect. Waterlogging and salinity are the effect of something caused most likely upstream of the drainage problem location. Hence treating the cause may be more cost-effective. Triple Bottom Line (social, environmental and financial considerations) and the water-food-energy nexus are an integral part of the drainage design process. Controlled drainage, i.e. the balance of removal and conservation of drainage water and minimising solute transport as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA principle) is extensively described. This work is intended for use both as a university level textbook and as a professional handbook; it is of particular value to professionals engaged in drainage development in the context of integrated water resources and river basin management, civil and agricultural engineers, government officials, university students and libraries.

Modeling for Sustainable Management in Agriculture, Food and the Environment (Hardcover): George Vlontzos, Yiannis Ampatzidis,... Modeling for Sustainable Management in Agriculture, Food and the Environment (Hardcover)
George Vlontzos, Yiannis Ampatzidis, Basil Manos, Panos M. Pardalos
R3,920 Discovery Miles 39 200 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

- Applies modeling in agricultural, food, and environmental practical and theoretical research tasks. - Shows the necessity of applying optimization methodologies. - Highlights for managers to be familiarized with modeling practices.

Agriculturally Important Microorganisms - Mechanisms and Applications for Sustainable Agriculture (Hardcover): Bibhuti Bhusan... Agriculturally Important Microorganisms - Mechanisms and Applications for Sustainable Agriculture (Hardcover)
Bibhuti Bhusan Mishra, Suraja Kumar Nayak, Avishek Pahari
R3,190 Discovery Miles 31 900 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The book encompasses different Agriculturally Important microorganisms (AIMs), mechanisms of action and modes of application for sustainable agriculture. The potential of microbes in nitrogen fixation, solubilizing nutrients like phosphorous, Potassium, tolerance to etc. are the major strength of the book. There is relatively a new frontier, use of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria(PGPR)in enhancing crop productivity. These microbes inhabit at the rhizospheric region of the root and facilitate plant growth through a variety of direct and indirect mechanisms. These PGP have been identified to solubilize phosphate, Potassium, Zinc, produce siderophore, IAA, Hydrogencyanide, fix ammonia and many more. Today, such microbes are extensively studied not only as a biofertilizer or fortification of nutrient to the plant, but also a potential agent to decrease application of chemical fertilizer and other agrochemicals. The book also gives an insight to this aspect also. Last but not the least,a light has been thrown on use and application of nano-biofertilizer for sustainable agriculture. Note: T&F does not sell or distribute the hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. This title is co-published with NIPA.

Irrigation Management - Principles and Practices (Paperback): Martin Burton Irrigation Management - Principles and Practices (Paperback)
Martin Burton; Contributions by Kate Kate
R1,357 Discovery Miles 13 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In many countries irrigated agriculture consumes a large proportion of the available water resources, often over 70% of the total. There is considerable pressure to release water for other uses, and as a sector irrigated agriculture will have to increase its efficiency and productivity of water use. Drawing on the author's 30 years of experience in some 28 countries, this paperback reprint of a successful book offers knowledge for the management of irrigation and drainage systems, including traditional technical areas of systems operation and maintenance, and expanding managerial, institutional and organizational aspects. Chapters provide guidelines to improve management, operation and maintenance processes, which move management thinking out of traditional public-sector mindsets to a more customer-focussed, performance-oriented service delivery. As a practical guide to improve efficiency and productivity in irrigated agriculture, this book is essential reading for irrigation managers and technicians as well as students and policymakers in water management, agriculture and sustainable development.

Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 1 - Practical Understanding (Hardcover, illustrated edition): P.J. Storey Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 1 - Practical Understanding (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
P.J. Storey
R3,053 Discovery Miles 30 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book offers a positive response to the challenge to both conserve and improve the soil and water situation particularly on sloping lands. It explains how even apparently useless land can be brought into production using locally available resources.

Fertigation Technologies for Micro Irrigated Crops - Performance, Requirements, and Efficiency (Hardcover): Megh R. Goyal, Lala... Fertigation Technologies for Micro Irrigated Crops - Performance, Requirements, and Efficiency (Hardcover)
Megh R. Goyal, Lala I. P. Ray
R4,432 Discovery Miles 44 320 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This new volume addresses the global water crisis by presenting new ways to use irrigation water judiciously through innovative fertigation management. It looks at the research and review work done throughout the world on micro irrigation and the techno-economic feasibility of various fertigation irrigation water management systems. Taking a multidisciplinary perspective, the chapters look at using fertigation to increase the effectiveness of irrigation systems crop performance evaluation of various crops under fertigation and irrigation methods estimating levels of crop requirements scheduling of fertigation and irrigation new fertigation equipment and technology cost components of the various irrigation and fertigation systems

Advances in Agricultural Machinery and Technologies (Paperback): Guangnan Chen Advances in Agricultural Machinery and Technologies (Paperback)
Guangnan Chen
R1,499 Discovery Miles 14 990 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The agricultural industry is dealing with enormous challenges across the globe, including the limited availability of arable lands and fresh water, as well as the effect of climate change. Machinery plays a crucial role in agriculture and farming systems, in order to feed the world's growing population. In the last decade, we have witnessed major advances in agricultural machinery and technologies, particularly as manufacturers and researchers develop and apply various novel ways of automation as well as the data and information gathering and analyzing capabilities of their machinery. This book presents the state-of-the-art information on the important innovations in the agricultural and horticultural industry. It reviews and presents different novel technologies and implementation of these technologies to optimize farming processes and food production. There are four sections, each addressing a specific area of development. Section I discusses the recent development of farm machinery and technology. Section II focuses on water and irrigation engineering. Section III covers harvesting and post-harvest technology. Section IV describes computer modelling and simulation. Each section highlights current industry trends and latest research progress. This book is ideal for those working in or are associated with the fields of agriculture, agri-food chain and technology development and promotion.

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