To use drip irrigation efficiently, you need to consider the water flow rate and pressure. The flow rate and pressure are usually calculated using mathematical formula. You may need an engineer or an expert to help you calculate your water flow rate and water pressure. These parameters must be precise so that the drip irrigation system […]
Continue readingDrip irrigation has been touted as one of the best types of irrigation in the world. Drip irrigation involves the wetting of the root zone of plants in a slow and trickle manner. Despite the efficiency of drip irrigation, it has some problems which may make them ineffective for farmers and gardeners.The common problems with drip […]
Continue readingThe different types of drip irrigation systems are:Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI)Surface Drip IrrigationDrip TapeLaser Spray Tube or Microsprinkler HoseBubblersEmitter LineSubsurface Drip Irrigation SystemThis is a type of drip irrigation system that is installed below the surface of the soil. It is also known as underground drip irrigation system. The subsurface drip irrigation system passes water directly […]
Continue readingChemicals are usually used to remove or eradicate pests in our environment. The chemicals used for getting rid are the main fumigation chemicals called fumigants. Different types of chemicals or pesticides or fumigants are used for pest control. Some chemicals are used for edibles while some are used for non-edible items. Some chemicals are also used […]
Continue readingThe cost of fumigation in Nigeria varies. The cost of fumigation is determined by a lot of factors. For instance, the cost of fumigating a one bedroom apartment varies from ₦5,000 – ₦20,000 depending on the type of equipment and fumigants used. The cost of fumigating or controlling pests on a 100 hectare farm also varies. […]
Continue readingFumigation is a method of pest control which involves the use of fumigants and gaseous pesticides to suffocate, poison and kill pests in an environment. Fumigation is very important as a pest control mechanism. Fumigation in Nigeria is a somewhat common process done to eradicate pests like cockroaches, insects, snakes, mosquito and other unwanted organisms from […]
Continue readingPest control is the regulation, control and eradication of pests (animals, plants or fungus etc.) that negatively impacts human activities from the environment. Pests can be rodents, birds, insects or any other organism that can negatively impact human activities in an environment. Pest control is one of the most important activities in agriculture. Pest control is also […]
Continue readingA water storage tank is a kind of reservoir or system used for the storage of water. A water storage tank can also be used to store other types of liquids like chemicals, petroleum products and food products etc. A water storage tank is usually used for the storage of water for domestic and industrial water […]
Continue readingA fibreglass tank is a light weight tank used for the storage of liquid. A fiberglass water tank is made of fibreglass sectional panels. The panels are assembled and screwed together to make the fiberglass tank. A fibreglass tank can also be used for the storage of chemicals, petroleum products, liquid beverages and food products etc. There […]
Continue readingA pressed steel tank is a type of reservoir fabricated and assembled for the storage of liquid. A pressed steel tank can also be used for the storage of chemicals, petroleum products, liquid beverages and food products etc. In Nigeria, pressed steel tanks are usually used for the storage of water for domestic and industrial use. […]
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