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Irrigation and Drainage Infrastructure

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When considering the installation of an irrigation system, the agriculturist should be aware of a number of aspects. Some of the agronomic factors to be looked into when choosing the type and design of the irrigation system, are the following

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    H. Bakker (Consultant—Sugar Cane Agriculture)

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Bakker, H. (1999). Irrigation and Drainage Infrastructure. In: Sugar Cane Cultivation and Management. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-4725-9_23

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