The Benefits of Micro-Drainage For No-Till Farming
No-till farming focuses on minimizing soil disturbances, and has actually been used for thousands of years. By keeping the soil structure intact, the soil can better retain nutrients, while also minimizing the risk for soil erosion. However, this method can often result in infiltration problems. Fortunately, micro-drainage can resolve this issue.
No-Till Farming and Soil Infiltration
While no-till farming can help crops retain organic matter, it can result in infiltration problems with the soil because the soil’s “pores” remain closed. Water won’t necessarily get absorbed by the soil — instead, it will sit on top of it. This can cause crops in certain areas to become over-saturated and be at greater risk of loss. As water sheds off the land, it also washes away any fertilizers or pesticides you used for your crops.
How Micro-Drainage Solves the Problem
Both surface level and sub-surface micro-drainage solutions can assist with water infiltration issues. Slope and shallow ditches can be designed to route water away to prevent standing water on your fields. Topography data and 3D software enables more efficient fine-tuning of the surface than ever before. Sub-surface drainage removes water from the root zone using narrow pipes that are installed at a shallow depth. This minimizes soil nutrient disturbance while increasing drainage to improve crop health.
Just about any no-till farmland could benefit from micro-drainage solutions, ensuring healthy growth and efficient water usage for your crops. Richland Micro Drainage will implement efficient solutions that help you achieve better results than ever.
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