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geoffrey

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Describe the open-ditch method of subirrigation.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Describe four benefits of irrigation
 
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Answer to Question 1

The open-ditch method of subirrigation has water seeping into the rot zone laterally from ditches or
canals filled with water.



Answer to Question 2

The benefits of irrigation include any four of the following: to supplement precipitation, water can be
added when precipitation does not match crop needs; plant nutrients may be applied efficiently in
irrigation water; pesticides can be applied in irrigation water; irrigation water can reduce frost damage;
irrigation equipment can be used to distribute liquid manure; and irrigation may be used to cool crops
on hot days.




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