THE IMPORTANCE OF INNOVATIVE IRRIGATION TECHNOLOGIES IN THE ECONOMY OF WATER RESOURCES
Keywords:
Agriculture, climate change, crop yields, economic benefits, environmental sustainability, global food security, inefficient water use, innovative irrigation technologies, resource conservation, sustainable irrigation practices technological advancements, water resource management, water scarcity, water use efficiency.Abstract
Water scarcity and inefficient water use in agriculture are critical issues that threaten global food security and environmental sustainability. As the world's population continues to grow and climate change exacerbates water shortages, the need for efficient and sustainable irrigation practices becomes increasingly urgent. Innovative irrigation technologies offer significant potential to optimize water use efficiency, conserve valuable resources, and improve crop yields. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the advancements in irrigation technologies, their profound impact on water resource management, and the substantial economic benefits they bring to the agricultural sector. By exploring the latest innovations and their applications, we aim to highlight the transformative role these technologies play in addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
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