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One of the basic concepts of irrigation is the downward entry of water into soil: infiltration. For irrigation, the most efficient application depends on the infiltration capacity of the soil. If the process is not fully considered, runoff or poor distribution of water in the soil profile can result with the possibility of water loss through deep percolation. Knowledge of the infiltration characteristics of a soil is basic information required for designing efficient irrigation systems.
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Perrier, E.R., Salkini, A.B. (1991). Infiltration. In: Perrier, E.R., Salkini, A.B., Ward, C.F. (eds) Supplemental Irrigation in the Near East and North Africa. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-3766-9_9
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