Drip irrigation is a method which optimises the use of irrigation water by providing it uniformly and directly to the roots of the plants, through a closed network of plastic pipes and emitters. Nutrients can be dissolved in the water to reach the roots.

Drip irrigation has had a remarkably successful track record in India. Today it irrigates more than 6,00,000 ha. in the country. Adoption of drip irrigation has resulted in high yields in sugarcane, grapes, banana, mango, guava, pomegranate, sapota, okra, cabbage, cauliflower, cotton, coconut, arecanut, and roses in the country.

There are over 50 drip system manufacturers in the county. Industry is likely to grow at a much faster rate in the coming years.

• Saving of water by 30 to 50% as compared to conventional mode of irrigation.
• Yield increase from 50 to 100%.
• Reduction in fertilizer usage - resulting in cost saving.
• Increased pest control management / efficacy.
• Cultivation of undulated land possible.
• Efficient water management of heavy and light soils.
• Weed growth control.