Water requirement of crops

For proper growth and maturity of the crops, water is of vital importance throughout the crop period. The water requirement may vary from crop to crop, from soil to soil and from period to period. Again, the total water requirement for a crop is not supplied at a time, but at a fixed interval so that the root zone of the crop may remain saturated throughout the crop period. Generally, the additional requirement is fulfilled by the irrigation system.

Factor affecting the water requirement

Water Table

Climate

Ground Slope

Intensity of Irrigation

Type of Soil

Method of Application of Water

Method of Ploughing