sprinklerirrigation
Sprinkler irrigation is a method of applying water to crops, landscapes, or turf through a network of pipes and sprinklers that discharge water into the air and onto the ground. Water is pressurized by pumps and distributed through distribution lines to sprinklers or spray heads, which can be fixed or mobile. The system is designed to distribute water more uniformly than furrow or surface irrigation and is adaptable to irregular field shapes and slopes.
Common configurations include fixed spray heads, rotor sprinklers (gear-driven or impact), center pivot systems that rotate
Key components include a water source and pump, filtration and pressure regulation, mainlines and laterals, sprinkler
Advantages of sprinkler irrigation include applicability to irregular terrain, suitability for a range of crops, and