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Porous Capsule Irrigation, David A. Bainbridge
Porous Capsule Irrigation, David A. Bainbridge
David A Bainbridge
Porous capsule irrigation is a modern adaptation of buried clay pot irrigation. Research in Brazil and Mexico has demonstrated its value in improving water use efficiency. Porous capsules are more easily integrated in an irrigation network than buried clay pots.
Buried Clay Pot Irrigation, David A. Bainbridge
Buried Clay Pot Irrigation, David A. Bainbridge
David A Bainbridge
Buried clay pot irrigation was first described in Chinese texts from more than 2000 years ago. It uses a porous clay pot to provide demand responsive irrigation. Efficiency is often 3-10 times conventional surface irrigation.
Alternative "More Efficient" Irrigation Systems, David A. Bainbridge
Alternative "More Efficient" Irrigation Systems, David A. Bainbridge
David A Bainbridge
Many traditional irrigation systems work well for ecological restoration projects. These demand responsive systems are very water efficient and robust and have proved themselves in the most extreme desert conditions.