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Reducing irrigation inefficiencies in water-intensive cropping: evidence from strawberry production in south-west Spain.

Authors :
Morillo, Jorge García
Source :
Outlook on Agriculture. Jun2015, Vol. 44 Issue 2, p93-96. 4p.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The author discusses topics related to irrigation management for strawberry production in south-west Spain. He mentions about high dependency of strawberry cultivation on fresh water, which leads to concerns regarding environment sustainability of the cultivation, and further discusses use of low-density polyethylene tapes as irrigation emitters for the cultivation. Also discussed is an irrigation system that ensure uniform application of water.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00307270
Volume :
44
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Outlook on Agriculture
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
103743308
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5367/oa.2015.0204