Answer to Question #121349 in Civil and Environmental Engineering for Goodie

Question

Discuss the relevance of irrigation to agricultural development.

Answer 1

• Due to insufficient rain which causes drought and famine, irrigation can play a protective role during this spell.
• Through irrigation it is possible to supply the required amount of hydrogen and oxygen which is essential for the proper development of plant root
• Irrigation contributes to the economic growth and poverty reduction as people employed to supply irrigation earn income hence increases production
• Proper irrigation systems can secure uninterrupted agriculture which is caused by irregular, insufficient or certain rain
• Since seeds can not grow in dry soil and germinate as they require moisture, germination can be ensured through the help of irrigation supply