Clay Pot and Porous Capsule Irrigation Network

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This is an old irrigation system that has been modernised and reapplied in water scarce areas. It consists of using clay pots and porous capsules (see also [4033-pitcher irrigation]) to improve irrigation practices by increasing storage and improving the distribution of water in the soil.

Synonyms

Clay Pot Irrigation Network

References

Source Book of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in Latin America and the Caribbean

Glossary Term Name

Clay Pot and Porous Capsule Irrigation Network

Legacy NID

4782

Legacy VID

13963

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