This online training is about the fundamentals of drip irrigation - from water source to setup!

Water is an essential resource for crop production, which can reach the crop in rain-fed or irrigation water. Given the recent climatic changes, irrigation water becomes a vital consideration if the rainfall is limiting. Irrigation can only be possible when there is a permanent water source.

What will you learn?

• THE BASICS - Understand the things to consider and plan before installing a drip irrigation system.

• WATER SOURCING & STORAGE - Learn about different water sources, proper testing, borehole setup and storage.

• IRRIGATION SETUP & CONTROL - Understand the proper setup of an irrigation system, various control points and the layout/spacing of driplines.

• LAYOUTS & ECONOMICS - Learn the various layouts depending on your farm size, the expected starting costs and when you can expect a payback.

  
  

Lessons Include

1. Introduction

2. Water sources

3. Water quality

4. Land preparation, layout and water flow

5. Borehole

6. Main tank

7. Main pipes

8. Water control points

9. Sub-main pipes

10. Connectors

11. Drip lines

12. Beds

13. Crop spacing

14. Irrigation system maintenance

15. Cost analysis

Student Testimonials

"The material was fascinating, and the discussions were truly inspiring. I particularly enjoyed the visual illustrations, which made the content easily understandable."

Ajibola - Ghana

"This course is a solution to climate challenges and sustainable farming for optimal yield. This course is my entry point to real farming."

Saidu - Nigeria