Workable Ideas towards Conserving Water in Fields
Leveling of fields –
Helps in uniform spread & absorption of water and humidity in soil which raises
Water Table.
Use of Laser Leveler every alternate year ensures retention of water in the level field.
Leveling of fields –
Helps in uniform spread & absorption of water and humidity in soil which raises
Water Table.
Use of Laser Leveler every alternate year ensures retention of water in the level field.
Construction of Small Farm Bunds –
Helps to conserve water by not allowing a long stretch of free flow, bunds break
the momentum of water and maintain moisture in the field. Thereby arrest soil
erosion as well.
Field Bunds –
Helps to conserve water by not allowing a long stretch of free flow, bunds break
the momentum of water and maintain moisture in the field. Thereby arrest soil
erosion as well.
Field Bunds –
Are a way to ensure Khet Ka Paani Khet Mein - Gaon ka Paani Gaon Mein
i.e Farm water within the farm and village water within the village”
Cultivating across the slope –
Reduces flow of rain water thus better absorption & less erosion of the top soil.
Cultivating across the slope –
Reduces flow of rain water thus better absorption & less erosion of the top soil.
Deep Summer Ploughing –
Increase in rainwater absorption & soil’s capacity to retain water, exposes seeds of
weeds, pests, insects from deep inside thus their destruction due to heat.
Deep Summer Ploughing –
Increase in rainwater absorption & soil’s capacity to retain water, exposes seeds of
weeds, pests, insects from deep inside thus their destruction due to heat.
Sow crops resistant to soil erosion –
Crops like Moong, Urad, Guar, groundnut and grasses have deep roots binding the
soil. Intercropping with Corn, Sorghum and pulses provides added protection.
Sow crops resistant to soil erosion –
Crops like Moong, Urad, Guar, groundnut and grasses have deep roots binding the
soil. Intercropping with Corn, Sorghum and pulses provides added protection.
Cultivate Crops with foliage cover –
Broad leaf crops (like cotton) protects soil from direct rain drops resulting in lesser
soil erosion and absorption of water. Protection of soil from direct sun reduces
evaporation of water.
Cultivate Crops with foliage cover –
Broad leaf crops protects soil from direct rain drops resulting in lesser soil erosion
and absorption of water. Protection of soil from direct sun reduces evaporation of
water.
Mulching–
Improves the quality of soil and facilitates in retaining soil moisture.
This is possible by covering the soil with crop remnants, fodder, leaves etc.
Mulching–
Improves the quality of soil and facilitates in retaining soil moisture.
This is possible by covering the soil with crop remnants, fodder, leaves etc.
Ridge and furrow method of crop cultivation –
Digging deep after 2-3 rows of crops provides water to these rows in the event of
less rain fall. During heavy down pour it works as a drainage for surplus water. Thus
its beneficial in both, less or excess rainfall.
Constructing Contours –
Wherever the land has greater slope, making contours in fields results in protection
against rain water run-off and retention of humidity in soil.
Farm Ponds –
It is a climate change adaptation mechanism in rain fed areas with several benefits such as Crop
production even under terminal drought, Checks soil erosion and retains silt, Increases moisture
content in field, Prevents excess runoff from the fields.
Farm Ponds –
It is a climate change adaptation mechanism in rain fed areas with several benefits such as Crop
production even under terminal drought, Checks soil erosion and retains silt, Increases moisture
content in field, Prevents excess runoff from the fields.
Rain Water Tanks –
The rainwater which falls on the roofs of houses is often collected using roof
guttering leading through a pipe to a storage tank
Rain Water Tanks –
The rainwater which falls on the roofs of houses is often collected using roof
guttering leading through a pipe to a storage tank
Recharging of Wells –
It involves channelizing rain water to your own well. This also improves the water
table and can even improve the taste of water
Recharging of Wells –
It involves channelizing rain water to your own well. This also improves the water
table and can even improve the taste of water
Drip / Sprinkler Irrigation –
One of the best approaches to conserve water . Low application rates arrest water
from running off from heavier soils or sloping terrain.
Drip / Sprinkler Irrigation –
One of the best approaches to conserve water . Low application rates arrest water
from running off from heavier soils or sloping terrain.
Use of Canal, Pond Liners & Chemicals to check Evaporation –
Lining of canal and ponds with blue and black PVC sheets of proper gauge stops
seepage of water. Spraying chemicals (safe for humans and livestock) on stagnant
water checks evaporation by forming a film on the top surface.
Use of Canal, Pond Liners & Chemicals to check Evaporation –
Lining of canal and ponds with blue and black PVC sheets of proper gauge stops
seepage of water. Spraying chemicals (safe for humans and livestock) on stagnant
water checks evaporation by forming a film on the top surface.
Conserving Water at Household Level
Washing technique in kitchen –
Wash fruits and vegetables in a vessel of water instead of running water from the
tap
Washing technique in kitchen –
Soak vessels, pots and pans in a container instead of letting the water run
while you clean them.
Disposal of Waste Water –
Dispose away waste water resulting from cleaning the house or washing the
clothes into the washroom flush instead of draining down the drain or sink.
Gardening –
Collect the water you use for rinsing fruits and vegetables, then reuse it to water
houseplants
Keep the tap shut when not in use –
When you are washing your hands, don't let the water run while you lather with
soap. Seems simple to implement, but it is one of the most common ways water is
wasted.
Be attentive to Leaks –
Listen for dripping faucets and running pipes. Fixing a leak can save 900 litres
a month or more.
Washing Machine Ethics –
Run your washing machine only when they are full up to capacity with clothes
rather than at half or three fourths capacity. You can save up to 1500 liters a
month using it judiciously.
For Fish Keepers –
When cleaning out fish tanks, give the nutrient-rich water to your plants
Save Rain Water at Home –
Collect water from your roof and plan to use it in your backyard or to water
your plants at your garden.
Outdoors –
Wash your car on the lawn rather than concrete compound or porch. This way
you will water your lawn at the same time.
Man may not be able to create water; he can definitely save it !