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What are the Disadvantages of Drip Irrigation?

By BYJU'S Exam Prep

Updated on: November 9th, 2023

The disadvantages of drip irrigation include high installation costs, time taking processes, and issues such as blockage, heat waves, etc. Drip irrigation, also known as trickle irrigation, is defined as a system of micro-irrigation in which water is released at a very low rate by small diameter pipes that allow it to penetrate deep into the roots of plants.

Disadvantages of Drip Irrigation

In a drip irrigation system, water pipes are placed very close to the roots of plants so that it is easy for water to drip from above or below the soil surface. The drip irrigation system has many advantages and disadvantages, including its high effectiveness, reduction in soil erosion, low water pressure, supply, etc.

The disadvantages of drip irrigation are listed below:

  • It requires high investment, especially in the initial stage.
  • The installation process can be time-consuming and sometimes requires court or government approval.
  • A heat wave can break a pipe or tube.
  • Sometimes when there is a blockage in the pipe, the water does not pass through the roots causing damage to the crops.

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