#Micro Irrigation System

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What Is a Micro Irrigation System?

As homeowners strive to enhance their landscape irrigation practices while prioritizing water conservation, micro irrigation systems and drip lines have gained significant popularity. These systems, designed to reduce landscape overwatering, offer a low-pressure, low-flow-rate solution. A drip line efficiently soaks the soil around plants, delivering water and nutrients directly to the root zone rather than just the soil surface. Homeowners can maintain a vibrant, lush landscape by implementing micro or drip irrigation while significantly reducing water consumption. Today we discuss the functionality of micro irrigation and drip line systems and the benefits of integrating them into your landscape.

How Does A Micro Irrigation System Work?

Micro irrigation systems work by running water through low-pressure, flexible tubing that runs across a landscape. Instead of delivering water to a big area, the irrigation system directly provides water to the root zone of plants or other relatively small areas. The water is delivered more slowly and over a longer time than other irrigation methods. Micro irrigation systems can have numerous benefits over conventional sprinkler systems by emphasizing efficiency, allowing homeowners to manage their landscape’s water usage more easily.

Benefits of a Micro Irrigation System

The most apparent benefit of a micro irrigation system is more efficient water usage. The system targets the plant’s root zone, providing plants with sufficient water while using less water overall. The micro irrigation process allows the water delivered to reach plant roots more efficiently. Drip irrigation prevents water runoff and minimizes evaporation by providing water directly to the root zone. Overall, you will save money by reducing your water usage and making better use of your available water. Micro irrigation also comes with a host of other benefits. For example, the bare areas of soil or mulch between plants receive far less water, which reduces the chance of weed growth. Another reassuring benefit of micro irrigation systems is their versatility and effectiveness in different landscapes. A drip system can work on sloping, hilly landscapes just as well as flat, even landscapes. These systems are especially useful at watering plants spaced widely apart, such as trees or flower beds.

Why You Should Get a Drip Line

Drip irrigation systems provide accurate watering solutions. By fine-tuning the flow rates and the positioning of the emitters, you can customize the watering to meet each plant’s unique requirements, encouraging robust growth and flourishing blooms. Additionally, drip systems conserve vital natural resources and protect your local ecosystems by reducing water usage and limiting runoff.

Maintaining a Drip Line

Once installed, micro irrigation systems and drip lines require minimal upkeep and can be easily automated with timers. The automated watering schedules ensure that your plants remain adequately hydrated and healthy, even when you are away, eliminating the worry of returning to wilted greenery. The simplicity of maintenance is one of the many advantages of these systems, making them a practical choice for homeowners.

Adding Micro Irrigation to Your Landscape

One of the critical advantages of micro irrigation systems and drip lines is their versatility. These systems can be incorporated into your landscape, regardless of your current irrigation system or plant life. For instance, we can install drip irrigation systems into new plots of land or add them to existing irrigation and sprinkler systems. This means you can have spray sprinklers to irrigate your lawn while drip emitters supply water slowly to your trees and flower beds. This setup allows you to enjoy the benefits of reduced water costs, full coverage, and proper plant watering, regardless of your landscape’s layout.

Contact Burkholder Brothers for Your Irrigation Needs

If you want more information on how to benefit from a micro irrigation system or a sprinkler and irrigation company, contact Burkholder Brothers. Our Sir Sprinkler irrigation systems have been trusted in Main Line landscapes for many years. Our highly experienced and certified technicians will install an irrigation system that protects your landscape, maintains your plants’ health, and saves water, time, and money. For more information about our irrigation services, contact us today.

Blog is originally published at: https://www.burkholderlandscape.com/what-is-a-micro-irrigation-system/

It is republished with the permission from the author.

[theresebelivett]

my father is slightly online and every once in a while he finds a phrase/concept he enjoys so he'll just be like "ooooh rebecca, is that dark academia??" abt anything and tbh it's amazing

[mordormr]

Drip, Drop, Grow: India's Micro-Irrigation Revolution!

Parched lands and thirsty crops? Not in the future India envisions! Mordor Intelligence predicts a whopping 11.1% growth for India's micro-irrigation market, reaching a cool USD 1.08 billion by 2029! So, what's this micro-irrigation buzz all about?

Making Every Drop Count:

Micro-irrigation systems deliver water directly to plant roots, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. This is a game-changer for India, a country facing water scarcity in many regions.

Why the Growth Surge?

Rain, Rain, Go Away? Unreliable rainfall patterns are pushing farmers towards dependable irrigation solutions.

Water Warriors: Government support and initiatives promoting water conservation are fueling micro-irrigation adoption.

Sprinkler Power: Sprinkler and drip irrigation are leading the micro-irrigation charge, offering efficient water usage for various crops.

State of the Art: Advancements in technology are making micro-irrigation systems even more precise and user-friendly.

A Brighter Future for Indian Agriculture:

Micro-irrigation not only saves water but also:

Boosts Crop Yields: Healthy plants, happy farmers!

Reduces Labor Needs: Simplified irrigation systems save time and effort.

Promotes Sustainability: Efficient water use benefits both agriculture and the environment.

[midseo]

Micro Irrigation Filter Systems, Screen Filters, Manufacturer, India

[farmerstrend]

How Big Should Your Farm Be to Make a Profit?

Many new agripreneurs believe that the size of their farm will determine how profitable they’ll be. However, you can be profitable whether you’re farming 1 hectare or 100 hectares; it all depends on how you farm. When it comes to land, the most important thing to consider is not the number of hectares at your disposal, but rather the commodity that you farm and how you manage and control costs.…

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Micro Irrigation Systems Market Development Trends, Competitive Analysis & Key Manufacturers Report by 2031

The global micro irrigation systems market is expected to grow at an exponential rate of more than 13% CAGR through the end of 2031, according to insights from the latest study from Future Market Insights (FMI) an ESOMAR-certified research and consulting firm. The report provides a detailed analysis in more than 20 high growth regional markets, with comprehensive details on the prospects of micro irrigation systems through the coming decade.

Micro irrigation systems are gaining importance in the agriculture sector, owing to their efficacy in minimizing the effects of drought conditions, at comparatively low costs. Increasing demand for water and concerns over scarcity of this natural resource, with its effects in terms of quality and crop yield will play key roles in driving the growth of the market. Growing interest in greenhouse farming is also driving micro-irrigation systems in specialized farms.

The study by FMI has analyzed the global demand for micro irrigation systems, in terms of macro-economic factors, the impact of the covid-19 pandemic, and market landscape. As per the scope of research conducted by FMI, the market has been studied on the basis of consumer interests, product segments, and regional influences, in addition to qualitative data on the players operating in the market covering both supply and demand.

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Key Takeaways from Micro Irrigation Systems Market Study

Drip irrigation systems are estimated to hold the lead, supported by lower purchase and installation costs, in addition to low water use.

Micro farming applications will reflect a relatively higher rate of growth, driving demand for lateral move and central pivot products.

United States will hold significant market share owing to the concentrated presence of market leaders in the country.

India and China will account for a high rate of growth, supported by an agrarian economy and favorable government initiatives in the industry.

Access to technologies associated to mechanized irrigation systems are generating opportunities in the Middle East and Africa region.

“The growing need for water conservation efforts driven by rising population levels and decreasing global water reserves are key factors that drive the micro irrigation systems market.  Stringent regulations associated with water becoming a rare commodity, has pushed players in the agricultural sector to invest in novel solutions to enhance the productivity of a limited volume of water. Micro irrigation systems are capable of optimizing water usage, which in turn will support market expansion for the duration of the forecast period,” says the FMI analyst

The micro irrigation systems market is expected to grow at a healthy rate during 2021 to 2031. With the essential nature of irrigation in agriculture, coupled with growing concerns over water scarcity issues, market players are expected to be focused on research and development to improve on resource optimization objectives. Field testing and collaborations with regional players is likely to gain the interest of market players through the assessment period.

Region

North America (U.S. & Canada)

Latin America (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, & Rest of LATAM)

Western Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, BENELUX, Nordic, & Rest of W. Europe)

Eastern Europe (Russia, Poland, CIS Countries and Rest of E. Europe)

Middle East and Africa (GCC Countries, Turkey, South Africa, Israel, & Rest of MEA)

Japan

Asia Pacific excluding Japan (China, India, ASEAN, South Korea, Australia, & Rest of APEJ)

For Additional Information on this Report @ https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/micro-irrigation-systems-market

Competitive Landscape

The global micro irrigation system market is moderately fragmented, with a number of regional players holding notable market share, which is likely to continue for the duration of the forecast period. Leading manufacturers are increasingly investing in new technology innovations in addition to strategic geographic expansion efforts.

Some of the leading players in the micro irrigation systems market include but are not limited to Netafim Ltd., Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., The Toro Company, Rain Bird Corporation, Hunter Industries, Valmont Industries, Rivulis Irrigation Ltd., Lindsay Corporation, Reinke Manufacturing Company Inc., EPC Industries Ltd., T-L Irrigation, Elgo irrigation, Sistema Azud SA, Nelson Irrigation Corporation, Chinadrip Irrigation Equipment Co. Ltd., Kisan Irrigation Ltd., Finolex Plasson Industries Pvt. Ltd., Ripple Aquaplast , Irritrol, Eurodrip SA.

Valuable Insights into Micro Irrigation Systems Market Study

Future Market Insights brings the detailed research report of the latest industry trends affecting growth in the global micro irrigation systems market. The market has been segmented in terms of system type and end use to offer a comprehensive overview of the industry. The study provides in-depth analysis of the key factors enabling growth in these segments across seven key regions.

Key Segments Covered

System Type

End Use

Region

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Micro Irrigation System Market Overview Revenue with Business Prospects, By Report by 2030

[female-malice]

Living things are conscious and therefor orderly.

Things that aren't alive have no consciousness and therefor they are entropic.

Humans can program our conscious desire for order into our tools, machines, robots, and computers. However, without our constant orderly maintenance, entropy pulls our tools, machines, robots, and computers into chaotic disorder and disfunction.

Pop culture and sci-fi often depict robots as orderly and perfect and humans as disorderly and chaotic. This is a reversal of objective reality.

The human cashier is late to work. The human cashier is micro-dosing psilocybin. All of these conscious decisions are orderly. You may not see it up close. But if you zoom out, you'll see it.

The robot cashier is powered on. Ancient entropy pulses through every inch of this object. Entropy is only mitigated by the human cashier watching over the machine and periodically restoring some order.

Human tools are simply objects subject to entropy and these objects are incapable of creating order on their own. Only the intervention of conscious life can create order.

Biodiversity is the most orderly system in the universe. The less biodiversity there is, the more tools and objects are required to maintain the remaining life. The more tools and objects there are, the more sources of entropy into the system.

Human technology is not inherently harmful to biodiversity. As conscious living beings, we are more than observers. We have agency to program temporary order into entropic objects and to observe and understand system science. We need to recognize when the entropy from our tools is overpowering the order of conscious life. We need to do what we can in the short term, mid term, and long term. That's what it means to be alive.

We build a hydroelectric dam to make human life sparkly and comfortable and irrigate delicious plants. We are using this tool to project order into our system. However, our idea of order when we built the dam 80 years ago was incomplete. We did not calculate all the entropy back then. The hydroelectric dam is a giant tool that introduces massive entropy into the system. So in the short-term, we build salmon hatcheries, ladders, and elevators. And we shoot salmon through a cannon over the dam. We sprinkle a bit of biodiversity order into the system. This tiny sprinkle of biodiversity takes thousands of tools and thousands of humans to accomplish.

But if we remove our entropic dam tool, biodiversity order returns immediately without any further effort from humans. Salmon are conscious and living and they have the same inclination for order that we do.

Sci-fi author Arther C Clark says "any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." But a technology indistinguishable from magic may be highly entropic. If you can't understand the technology, you can't program conscious order into it.

So sci-fi author Karl Schroeder has updated that quote to say "any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from nature." A sufficiently advanced technology does not add more entropy into the system than the consciousness in the system can counteract.

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He proposed that these village clusters were formed “about the nucleus of a common irrigation source like a channel or tank and strengthened perhaps by kinship ties.” Thus these units were (as R. Champakalakshmi has put it) “peasant micro-regions,” being both economic and ethnic territories.

Aha! So we have a cultural phenomenon - the emergence of "village clusters" which share the same caste systems - that emerges (possibly) from an economic phenomenon - the use of a shared water source - and is solidified by a social phenomenon - intermarriage.

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Cataract surgery in Pitampura

Cataract Surgery In Pitampura, Delhi

Micro Phaco with Micro Incision Foldable Lens (MICS)

Cataract is the clouding of the lens of your eye that impairs vision. Cataract is responsible for more than half of blindness in the world, which is a grim fact because it is a treatable condition. In cataract there is a buildup of protein in the lens that makes it cloudy. This prevents light from passing clearly through the lens, thereby causing loss of vision.

Advancing age is a primary reason for cataract. With age, protein of the lens turns opaque. Other causes of cataract are metabolic disorders such as diabetes, excessive exposure to sunlight, lifestyle disorders like heavy alcohol consumption and smoking. Injury to the eye can also lead to clouding of the lens of the eye.

Treatment of Cataract When cataract forms, surgery is the only way to treat it. In cataract surgery, the surgeon removes the clouded lens and puts an Intra Ocular Lens (IOL) in your eye. Your vision will be as good as pre-cataract days, though you may need to wear glasses. Over the years, cataract surgery has moved from vision restorative to refractive surgery, so that you have reduced need of glasses.

Type of Intra Ocular Lenses (IOL) for Cataract Surgery

Foldable IOL Micro Phaco Surgery

Aspheric Foldable IOL Micro Phaco Surgery

Toric Foldable IOL Micro Phaco Surgery

Multi-Focal Foldable IOL Micro Phaco Surgery

Phacoemulsification with Foldable IOL's

At Bajaj Eye Care Centre we use STELLARIS TM Micro Surgical System which is the world’s most advanced technology of Cataract Surgery by Bausch and Lomb approved by FDA.

Through microphaco technology a very small incision of around 1.8mm is required to remove cataract from the eye. Through this ultra small incision, a very high frequency MICS Phaco tip is introduced inside the eye, breaking the hardest of cataracts into very small fragments which are sucked out through the same tip. Irrigation is provided through a separate side port. This arrangement provides the advantage of speedy recovery, faster healing and lesser surgery induced astigmatism. The surgery involves insertion of foldable Intra-Ocular lens which can be inserted through the 1.8mm incision.

Bajaj Eye Care Centre is also equipped with Pulsar Minimal Stress Phaco Emulsification with advanced Posterior Vitrectome System from OPTIKON(Italy)

We are handling a variety of Cataract cases and have given complete satisfaction to thousands of patients who have chosen Bajaj Eye Care Centre for cataract surgery.

Types of Intra-Ocular Lenses (IOL) for Cataract Surgery

Hydrophilic foldable IOL

Hydrophobic foldable IOL

Aspheric foldable IOL

MICS foldable IOL

Toric foldable IOL

Multifocal foldable IOL

Crystalens foldable IOL from Bausch & Lomb

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Awesome Arduino UNO Projects to Try in 2022!

1.Farmaid: Plant Disease Detection Robot

In this Arduino Project, the author is inspired by the work of Plantvillage.psu.edu and iita.org, and we want to use the DonkeyCar platform to build an autonomous robot that can move around a farm environment without damaging existing plants or soil, and we want to use objects Detection to find and mark diseased crops with eco-friendly colors.

What do you need:

Arduino UNO

Raspberry Pi 3 Model B

ibt-2 H Bridge

Raspberry Pi Camera Module

2.Intelligent Door Lock

In today's world, security and accessibility are major concerns. We are constantly striving to keep our home secure while making our home devices easily accessible even remotely. This Arduino project will show you how to convert an Arduino UNO into a door lock using a Raspberry Pi camera.

What do you need:

Arduino UNO

Raspberry Pi 3 / 4 / Zero / 2 / 1

Raspberry Pi Camera Module

Servos (Tower Pro MG996R)

Speaker: 0.25W, 8 ohms

Mono Audio Amp Breakout – TPA2005D1

Pushbutton switch 12mm

3.Arduino Nano BLE 33 Sense Game Controller

PRABEEN built this game controller with an Arduino Nano BLE 33 Sense, which includes a proximity sensor. As you can see, this is a simple and enjoyable Arduino project!

What do you need

Arduino Nano BLE 33 Sense / XIAO BLE Sense

USB Cable Assembly, USB Type A Plug to Micro USB Type B Plug

4.Arduino Radar

It detects stationary and moving objects with the help of an ultrasonic sensor and an Arduino. And this is a simple Arduino project for beginners!

What do you need?

Arduino UNO

Ultrasonic Sensor

Breadboard

SG90 Micro-servo motor

5. Arduino Weather Station

A powerful Arduino weather station can assist you in more efficiently watering plants and lawns. Use the daily report to determine whether you can skip an irrigation day. Smart Weather will even communicate with connected irrigation systems automatically. You can learn how to use an arduino uno to connect other sensors to monitor the temperature and humidity of your garden in this cool arduino project.

What do you need?

UNO

16X2 LCD RGB Backlight – Full Color Display

Temperature & Humidity Sensor (DHT11)

Female/Female Jumper Wires

Male/Female Jumper Wires

6. Arduino 3D Axonometric Projection

Any method of mapping three-dimensional points to a two-dimensional plane is referred to as 3D projection. Because the majority of current methods for displaying graphical data are based on planar two-dimensional media, this type of projection is widely used, particularly in computer graphics and engineering. In addition, this project Although Arduino is difficult, it is still a fun arduino project.

What do you need?

Arduino Pico

TFT Touch Shield V1.0

ESP-32

7. Making Famous Magic Wand 33x Faster

Do you want to be a wizard for a day? This project will show you how to use a small PCB board to transform a stick in your hand into a magic wand. And this is a really enjoyable Arduino project!

What do you need?

Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense or XIAO BLE Sense

Wooden Magic Wand ( wooden stick )

8. Arduino Distance sensor and OLED

You can find this blog here. In this blog, you will learn how to use an Arduino UNO and an Ultrasonic Sensor to detect the distance between two objects and how to use a Graphic OLED to display the distance. This project is ideal for Arduino beginners.

What do you need?

Arduino UNO

Grove – Ultrasonic Distance Sensor

Graphic OLED / Graphic LCD

Jumper Wires

9. IoT Weather Data Logger Using Blues Wireless

This project will walk you through the process of building an IoT-based weather data logger using Blues Wireless hardware modules; no SD card, Wi-Fi, or BLE is required. To track your weather data, simply connect your Blues Notecard and Note carrier to the controller.

What do you need?

Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense

DHT11 Temperature Sensor

Air Quality Sensor

Light Sensor

Source- Seed Studio

[tineyearthling]

Growing an Amazon rainforest-like environment in arid regions like the Arabian Desert or the African deserts is an incredibly complex challenge due to the stark differences in climate, soil, and water availability. However, the goal could be theoretically pursued through various strategies and innovations, though they would require immense resources and technological advancements. Here are some key considerations:

1. Water Supply & Management

Desalination Plants: Since deserts lack sufficient rainfall, one option would be to use desalinated seawater. Desalination technology can provide a large-scale water source, though it’s energy-intensive and expensive.

Hydrological Engineering: Extensive water storage and irrigation systems would need to be built. These could involve underground pipelines or even the re-routing of rivers, though this would be disruptive to existing ecosystems.

Rainwater Harvesting: In areas where it does rain sporadically, rainwater could be collected and stored for irrigation purposes.

2. Soil Fertility & Improvement

Soil Enrichment: Desert soils are usually too poor to support rainforest vegetation. Soil would need to be enriched with organic matter (compost, biochar, and other nutrients) to retain water and provide the necessary nutrients for rainforest plants.

Mycorrhizal Fungi: In rainforests, plants rely on symbiotic fungi that help them absorb nutrients. Introducing and cultivating these fungi in the soil could help facilitate tree growth.

Hydrogel Polymers: These water-retaining polymers could be added to the soil to increase its water-holding capacity, reducing the frequency of irrigation.

3. Tree and Plant Selection

Native Species Adaptation: Amazonian trees and plants thrive in warm, humid environments, which would need to be artificially created. However, desert-adapted trees like Acacia species could be used to build an initial micro-climate, then gradually introduce more moisture-dependent species over time.

Hybrid Species: It may be possible to genetically engineer or selectively breed plants to thrive in the desert environment while retaining some traits of rainforest species.

4. Climate Control

Microclimate Creation: To simulate the humid, shaded environment of a rainforest, large-scale tree planting could help establish a canopy that traps humidity. This would likely take decades to achieve naturally but could be accelerated using greenhouse domes.

Greenhouses and Terrariums: Large-scale, climate-controlled greenhouses could simulate Amazon-like humidity, temperature, and rainfall. This, however, would require vast amounts of energy and advanced climate control technologies.

5. Sustainable Practices

Renewable Energy: Solar and wind energy could power desalination plants, irrigation systems, and greenhouses, making the effort more sustainable over time.

Recycling Water: Technologies like greywater recycling could help reduce water consumption by reusing wastewater.

6. Long-Term Maintenance

Monitoring Systems: Automated systems using AI and remote sensors could track soil moisture, humidity, plant health, and temperature to ensure the environment stays balanced.

Ecosystem Management: The introduced species would need to be carefully managed to prevent any species from becoming invasive or harmful to the developing ecosystem.

7. Political and Social Considerations

Collaboration: Large-scale desert greening would require collaboration across governments, international bodies, and local communities.

Economic Viability: Creating a forest in a desert region would need to be economically sustainable in the long term, likely through tourism, carbon credits, or other incentives.

8. Afforestation and Reforestation Projects

Large-scale afforestation projects like the Great Green Wall in Africa or desert greening efforts in China may provide insights into the challenges and opportunities of turning desert areas into green spaces.

While growing an Amazon rainforest in a desert is currently not feasible with today's technology on a large scale, innovations in biotechnology, climate control, and water management could one day make it possible.