Gravity Drip Irrigation System in Nigeria – Buy Now!

Gravity drip irrigation system is a type of drip irrigation system which functions through the gravity push of water through it. It is mainly used by small holder farmers, that is, farmers with farm size of less than 1-2 hectares.

Gravity drip irrigation system involves the laying of drip tapes along the rows of plants. The water that flows in the drip irrigation lines or drip tapes flows through gravity. A tank installed on a height is connected to the drip tapes. Gravity drip irrigation system usually needs a low pressure to work.

The height of the tank or water reservoir enables water to run or flow easily through all the drip tapes in the drip irrigation system.

The gravity drip irrigation system works with gravitational force. Without gravity, the water will not drip from the emitters on the drip tapes.

To use a gravity drip irrigation system optimally, there should be a mechanism that will enable water to get into the reservoir. A water pump can be used. Water can also be poured into the water reservoir by hand.

Components of a gravity drip irrigation system

The following are the components of a gravity drip irrigation (micro-irrigation) system:

Drip Tapes

The drip tape is a polythene hose with emitters pre-installed on it at equal distance. The drip tapes are usually laid parallel to the rows of plants.

Without the drip tapes, the gravity drip irrigation system cannot work.

Main Line

The main line is the main hose or pipe that supplies water from the source of water to the reservoir or tank used in the gravity drip irrigation system.

The main line used for a gravity drip irrigation system is usually a hose.

Lay Flat Hose

The lay flat hose is also called the sub-main hose or pipe. The lay flat hose connects to the drip tapes in a typical drip irrigation system.

Venturi Injector

The venturi injector injects fertilizer and chemicals into the drip irrigation system. With a venturi injector, the farmer does not need to top dress or side dress fertilizers to his crops by hand.

The water flow and pressure of the gravity drip irrigation system must be high enough to make the fertilizer injector work.

Valves

The gravity irrigation valves are used to control the flow of water in the drip irrigation system.

Lay Flat Connector

The lay flat connector used in a gravity drip irrigation system is used to connect the drip tapes to the lay flat hose.

Other components of a gravity drip irrigation kit include:

• Grommets
• Take-Off Valves
• End Plus
• Filters
• Joiners
• Punch Tool
• Screws and Bolts etc

How to Set Up a Gravity Drip Irrigation System

Most gravity drip irrigation kits can be assembled by farmers themselves. You do not need any technician to install your gravity drip irrigation system for you. The manual in the package of the irrigation system is a great installation guide.

You just need to put your tank or water reservoir on a height. Connect the water tank to the lay flat hoses through pipes and other plumbing connectors.

Use the punch tool to create holes on the lay flat hose, insert the lay flat connectors and screw tightly to the lay flat hose.

Insert the drip tapes to the lay flat connectors, then, run the drip tapes parallel to the rows of your plants.

Close the end of the drip tapes with the end plug or sleeves. Pump water into the water reservoir and boom, your gravity drip irrigation kit will start working.

You can contact us on 08025141924 if you need assistance to install your gravity drip irrigation kit.

Questions and Answers on Gravity Drip Irrigation in Nigeria

Question: Can gravity drip irrigation systems work for all the types of crops grown in Nigeria?

Answer: Yes, gravity drip irrigation system can work for all types of crops in Nigeria. However, gravity drip irrigation kit is mostly used by farmers growing vegetables like pepper, tomato, cucumber, watermelon and okra etc.

It can also be used for crops like maize, sorghum and yam etc.

Question: Should I buy a very cheap gravity drip irrigation kit?

Answer: I know we all like cheap products. If you buy a ridiculously cheap drip irrigation system, you may not be able to use it for long. Do not chase low priced irrigation products; instead buy high quality gravity drip irrigation kits that will last for several seasons.

Question: Will a farmer make profit if he buys a gravity drip irrigation kit?

Answer: Drip irrigation is known for significantly increasing the yield of farmers. When crop yield increases, profit is likely to increase too. Yes, gravity drip irrigation system can increase the profit of farmers.

Question: Where can I buy a gravity drip irrigation system in Nigeria??

Answer: You can buy gravity irrigation systems from Veggie Grow; you can visit our stores or call us on 08025141924 to order.

Question: Can a gravity drip irrigation system be used for covered farming like greenhouse?

Answer: A gravity drip irrigation system can be used in hoop houses, tunnels and greenhouses.

Question: Do I need training to operate the gravity drip irrigation system?

Answer: The installation manual can easily educated you on how to use the gravity drip irrigation system.

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